Huda
Huda is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Guidance, the right path”.
| Meaning | Guidance, the right path |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هدى |
| Pronunciation | HOO-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Egypt, Morocco |
Meaning and origin of Huda
Huda is the Arabic hudā, guidance, from the root h-d-y, to guide. Again and again the Quran calls itself huda, a guidance for humankind, which gives the name deep religious meaning. It ranks among the most widely used Arabic names for girls. Egyptians spell it Hoda, and in North Africa it is written Houda; its short, clear sound makes it easy to use in any language.
Is Huda a Muslim name?
Huda means guidance, the word the Quran uses for itself: 'This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of God' (Quran 2:2).
How popular is Huda?
It is used throughout the Muslim world.
Gifts with the name Huda
- Huda name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Huda baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Huda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Huda mean?
Huda means 'Guidance, the right path'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Huda a Muslim name?
Huda means guidance, the word the Quran uses for itself: 'This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of God' (Quran 2:2).
How do you pronounce Huda?
Huda is pronounced HOO-dah.
Is Huda a boy or girl name?
Huda is usually a girl name.