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Haniya

Girl name · 105 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Haniya: 105 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 14 births in 2016.

Haniya is an Arabic name, derived from the root *h-n-y*, meaning “happy,” “delighted,” or “pleasant.” It carries a warm, joyful resonance, often given to girls in Muslim communities. One notable bearer is Haniya Mubarak, the former first lady of Pakistan during her husband Pervez Mubarak’s presidential term. The name also appears in Fijian contexts as a variant of Hani, though the Arabic origin remains the most familiar to English and Scottish parents. While there are no major places bearing the name, its close relation Hania (spelled with an ‘a’) is a popular modern variant. Culturally, Haniya shares a soft, melodic quality with names like Aaliyah and Aliyah, making it a graceful choice that balances tradition with contemporary appeal.