Bahia

Bahia is a unisex name of Arabic origin meaning “bay.” It is a rare choice in US records.

Bahia at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Muslim & Arabic
Meaning
“bay”
Pronunciation
/bəˈhiːə/

About the name Bahia

Bahia belongs to the Muslim & Arabic tradition. Its meaning — “bay” — is the sense carried by its Arabic roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Bahia first appears in Social Security records in 1974 and has been given to 22 babies since 1880. It is a genuinely rare choice in the US.

Bahia in US records

First recorded (US)
1974
Total since 1880
22

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bahia mean?

Bahia means “bay” in its Arabic roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Bahia a boy or girl name?

Bahia is a unisex name.

What origin is the name Bahia?

Bahia comes from the Muslim & Arabic tradition.

How popular is the name Bahia?

Bahia is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1974 and has been given to 22 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Bahia?

Bahia is pronounced /bəˈhiːə/ (IPA).

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