In 30 seconds: Niya is a Swahili and Arabic name meaning purpose or intention. A short powerful two-syllable name connected to the Kwanzaa principle of Nia and Islamic concept of sincere intention.
Niya derives from Swahili Nia and Arabic Niyya meaning purpose, intention, and resolve. Nia is also one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Niya is used across African-American, Swahili-speaking, and Muslim communities as a beautiful expression of purposeful living.
Did you know? In Islamic theology, niyya (intention) is fundamental β prayers and acts of worship are only valid if performed with sincere intention. This gives Niya a profound spiritual dimension.
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