The nameBahia
Bahia is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "radiant, beautiful". It is given steadily in France.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Bahia comes from the Arabic bahiyya, "radiant, splendid".
Origin
Arabic. It is also the name of a state of Brazil.
History
The name has been given in France for several decades.
Popularity of the name Bahia
Bahia in France
Bahia was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 270 births over the decade, 27% of all recorded babies named Bahia. Its rise began around 1954, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Bahia in France were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 26 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahia mean?
Bahia comes from the Arabic bahiyya, "radiant, splendid".
What is the origin of the name Bahia?
Arabic. It is also the name of a state of Brazil.
Is Bahia a girl's or a boy's name?
Bahia is a girl's name.