Hud
Hud is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Quranic prophet) origin, meaning “Name of the Prophet Hud”.
| Meaning | Name of the Prophet Hud |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic prophet) |
| Written as | هود |
| Pronunciation | HOOD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Hud
Hud was a prophet whom God sent to ʿĀd, an ancient people of southern Arabia. They refused to listen, and a fierce wind swept them away. Surah 11 of the Quran is named after him; in Hadramawt, in Yemen, visitors still come to a site traditionally held to be his tomb. The name is short and strong, and it ties a child directly to the story of a Quranic prophet.
Is Hud a Muslim name?
Hud is the name of a Quranic prophet with a whole surah named after him, and the Quran says: 'And to ʿĀd [We sent] their brother Hūd. He said: O my people, worship God; you have no deity other than Him' (Quran 11:50).
How popular is Hud?
It is used across the Muslim world, especially in Yemen and Arabia.
Gifts with the name Hud
- Hud name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hud baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hud mean?
Hud means 'Name of the Prophet Hud'. It is of Arabic (Quranic prophet) origin.
Is Hud a Muslim name?
Hud is the name of a Quranic prophet with a whole surah named after him, and the Quran says: 'And to ʿĀd [We sent] their brother Hūd. He said: O my people, worship God; you have no deity other than Him' (Quran 11:50).
How do you pronounce Hud?
Hud is pronounced HOOD.
Is Hud a boy or girl name?
Hud is usually a boy name.