Ahd
Ahd is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pledge, promise, covenant”.
| Meaning | Pledge, promise, covenant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عهد |
| Pronunciation | AHD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Ahd
A pledge or covenant is what Ahd means, from the root a-h-d. Keeping one's promises is praised throughout Islamic ethics, and that is the virtue this name holds up. Its single syllable makes it short, strong and easy to say. In the Gulf and the Levant it is mostly given to girls, often spelled Ahed or Ahid, although boys occasionally receive it as well.
Is Ahd a Muslim name?
The Quran places great weight on keeping one's word, and Ahd names exactly that. The word appears in the Quran: 'And fulfil every pledge (ʿahd); indeed, the pledge will be questioned about' (Quran 17:34).
How popular is Ahd?
Girls in Syria, Jordan, Palestine and the Gulf are its main bearers.
Gifts with the name Ahd
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Spellings and variants of Ahd
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ahd mean?
Ahd means 'Pledge, promise, covenant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ahd a Muslim name?
The Quran places great weight on keeping one's word, and Ahd names exactly that. The word appears in the Quran: 'And fulfil every pledge (ʿahd); indeed, the pledge will be questioned about' (Quran 17:34).
How do you pronounce Ahd?
Ahd is pronounced AHD.
Is Ahd a boy or girl name?
Ahd is used for both boys and girls.