Ibad
Ibad is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servants of God, worshippers”.
| Meaning | Servants of God, worshippers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عباد |
| Pronunciation | ee-BAHD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Ibad
Ibad is a direct rendering of ʿIbād, the plural form of ʿabd, a servant, from the root ʿ-b-d, to worship. The Quran uses the word throughout for those who are devoted to God. Given as a name, mostly in South Asia, it carries the hope that the child will be one of God's sincere servants. In Iran the spelling Ebad is also used.
Is Ibad a Muslim name?
Ibad means servants of God, a word taken straight from the Quran, as in 'And when My servants (ʿibādī) ask you about Me, indeed I am near' (Quran 2:186).
How popular is Ibad?
It is used in Pakistan and India, and in Iran as Ebad.
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Spellings and variants of Ibad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ibad mean?
Ibad means 'Servants of God, worshippers'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ibad a Muslim name?
Ibad means servants of God, a word taken straight from the Quran, as in 'And when My servants (ʿibādī) ask you about Me, indeed I am near' (Quran 2:186).
How do you pronounce Ibad?
Ibad is pronounced ee-BAHD.
Is Ibad a boy or girl name?
Ibad is usually a boy name.