Bahia
Meaning of Bahia
Bahia is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. This name has origins in both Portuguese and Arabic. In Portuguese, Bahia is pronounced as bah-EE-uh (/ba.ˈi.ə/), while in Arabic it is pronounced as bah-HEE-uh (/bɑːˈhiːə/). The name is also sometimes spelled as Baya. Bahia has gained popularity in the United States in recent years, with 5 occurrences in 2020 and ranking at 15,065. It is worth noting that this name holds special significance as it is the name of a state in Brazil known for its vibrant culture and stunning beaches. The name Bahia brings to mind images of warmth, beauty, and joy, making it a wonderful choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
Portuguese
- Pronunced as bah-EE-uh (/ba.ˈi.ə/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as bah-HEE-uh (/bɑːˈhiːə/)
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Notable People Named Bahia
| Bahia Shehab is an Egyptian multidisciplinary artist, designer, historian, creative director, educator, and activist known for using Islamic art history, calligraphy, and graphic design to explore contemporary Arab politics, feminist discourse, and social issues. |
| Bahia Bakari is the sole survivor of Yemenia Flight 626, which crashed into the Indian Ocean in 2009, and she clung to a piece of aircraft wreckage for over nine hours before being rescued. |
| Bahia Al Mardini is a Syrian Kurdish researcher in international law, with an MA degree from Northampton University in England, who is also a writer and journalist. |
| Bahia Hariri is a Lebanese politician and the sister of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri. |
| Bahia Watson is a Canadian actress and playwright, recognized for her recurring role as Brianna/Oferic in the television series The Handmaid's Tale. |
