Madiha
Madiha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Praised, praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Praised, praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مديحة |
| Pronunciation | ma-DEE-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Pakistan, Bosnia And Herzegovina |
Meaning and origin of Madiha
Madiha is an Arabic name for a girl who is praised or worthy of praise, from madh, praise. Its popularity spread through the Arab world in the twentieth century, and one well-known bearer was the Egyptian actress Madiha Yousri. In Pakistan the spelling Madeeha is more usual. The related word madih refers to praise poetry for the Prophet ﷺ, recited at gatherings across the Muslim world.
Is Madiha a Muslim name?
Madiha is an Arabic-derived name that Muslims give to a girl worthy of praise.
How popular is Madiha?
It is common in Pakistan, Egypt and the Levant, and Turkey and Bosnia use the form Mediha.
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Spellings and variants of Madiha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Madiha mean?
Madiha means 'Praised, praiseworthy'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Madiha a Muslim name?
Madiha is an Arabic-derived name that Muslims give to a girl worthy of praise.
How do you pronounce Madiha?
Madiha is pronounced ma-DEE-hah.
Is Madiha a boy or girl name?
Madiha is usually a girl name.