Abida
Abida is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Worshipper, devoted to God”.
| Meaning | Worshipper, devoted to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عابدة |
| Pronunciation | AA-bi-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Abida
The root a-b-d means to worship and serve, and Abida is the feminine of Abid, a woman who worships God. Families across South Asia have long used it, and the celebrated Sufi vocalist Abida Parveen has brought it to millions of listeners. The Quran itself praises believing women who are abidat, devoted to worship, which gives the name an extra layer of meaning.
Is Abida a Muslim name?
For Muslim parents it describes a woman given to worship. The Quran describes righteous women as 'devoutly obedient, repentant, worshipping' (Quran 66:5).
How popular is Abida?
Bangladesh, India and Pakistan all have many girls with this name.
Gifts with the name Abida
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Spellings and variants of Abida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abida mean?
Abida means 'Worshipper, devoted to God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abida a Muslim name?
For Muslim parents it describes a woman given to worship. The Quran describes righteous women as 'devoutly obedient, repentant, worshipping' (Quran 66:5).
How do you pronounce Abida?
Abida is pronounced AA-bi-dah.
Is Abida a boy or girl name?
Abida is usually a girl name.