👦 Yehya — Name Meaning & Origin

Yehya

“John; Alive (Yahya)”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginArabic
ReligionMuslim
Used inEgypt
Numerology1 — independent, ambitious and a natural leader
Letters5 · starts with Y
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Yehya?

Yehya means "John; Alive (Yahya)" (Arabic origin).

Is Yehya a boy or girl name?

Yehya is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Yehya from?

Yehya is used as a Muslim name in Egypt.

What is the lucky number for Yehya?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Yehya adds up to 1, linked with being independent, ambitious and a natural leader.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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