Ershad
Ershad is a Muslim boy name of Persian / Urdu form of Arabic Irshād origin, meaning “Guidance, direction”.
| Meaning | Guidance, direction |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu form of Arabic Irshād |
| Written as | ارشاد |
| Pronunciation | er-SHAHD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Bangladesh, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Ershad
Ershad is how Persian and Bengali speakers write the Arabic Irshād, which means guidance or pointing someone towards the right path. Its root describes being rightly guided, and it is shared with the names Rashīd and al-Rushd. Bangladeshis recognise it at once thanks to the former president Hussain Muhammad Ershad. Elsewhere in South Asia the spelling Irshad is more usual.
Is Ershad a Muslim name?
With its Arabic meaning of guidance, Ershad expresses a hope that the child will follow the right path.
How popular is Ershad?
Found in Iran, Bangladesh and Pakistan, though Irshad is the more common South Asian spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ershad mean?
Ershad means 'Guidance, direction'. It is of Persian / Urdu form of Arabic Irshād origin.
Is Ershad a Muslim name?
With its Arabic meaning of guidance, Ershad expresses a hope that the child will follow the right path.
How do you pronounce Ershad?
Ershad is pronounced er-SHAHD.
Is Ershad a boy or girl name?
Ershad is usually a boy name.