Mahad
Mahad is a Muslim boy name of Somali origin, meaning “Thanks, gratitude”.
| Meaning | Thanks, gratitude |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Somali |
| Pronunciation | MAH-had |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia |
Meaning and origin of Mahad
Mahad is a Somali word for thanks or gratitude, the root of the everyday phrase mahadsanid, 'thank you'. Given to a boy, it expresses thankfulness, often thankfulness to God for the gift of a child. It is one of the best-known Somali boys' names. Arabic has a similar-sounding word, mahd, meaning cradle, but the name comes from the Somali meaning, not the Arabic.
Is Mahad a Muslim name?
Mahad is used almost entirely by Somali Muslim families, and its meaning of gratitude sits comfortably with Islamic values.
How popular is Mahad?
Somalis use it widely in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Mahad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahad mean?
Mahad means 'Thanks, gratitude'. It is of Somali origin.
Is Mahad a Muslim name?
Mahad is used almost entirely by Somali Muslim families, and its meaning of gratitude sits comfortably with Islamic values.
How do you pronounce Mahad?
Mahad is pronounced MAH-had.
Is Mahad a boy or girl name?
Mahad is usually a boy name.