Fehmida
Fehmida is a Muslim girl name of Persian / Urdu, from Arabic origin, meaning “Wise, understanding”.
| Meaning | Wise, understanding |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu, from Arabic |
| Written as | فہمیدہ |
| Pronunciation | fehh-MEE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Fehmida
Fehmida, which is also spelled Fahmida, pairs the Arabic word fahm, understanding, with the Persian participle ending -ida. Put together, the name describes someone who understands, a person of good sense and insight. It has been in use for a long time in Pakistan and India. One prominent bearer is the Pakistani politician Fehmida Mirza, who served as Speaker of the National Assembly.
Is Fehmida a Muslim name?
Fehmida is a Muslim name with Arabic and Persian roots meaning wise, and its root appears in 'And We gave understanding of it (fa-fahhamnāhā) to Sulayman' (Quran 21:79).
How popular is Fehmida?
Fehmida is common in Pakistan and India, while Bangladeshi families usually write Fahmida.
Gifts with the name Fehmida
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Fehmida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fehmida mean?
Fehmida means 'Wise, understanding'. It is of Persian / Urdu, from Arabic origin.
Is Fehmida a Muslim name?
Fehmida is a Muslim name with Arabic and Persian roots meaning wise, and its root appears in 'And We gave understanding of it (fa-fahhamnāhā) to Sulayman' (Quran 21:79).
How do you pronounce Fehmida?
Fehmida is pronounced fehh-MEE-dah.
Is Fehmida a boy or girl name?
Fehmida is usually a girl name.