Mehdi
Mehdi is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Persian and Turkish pronunciation origin, meaning “Rightly guided”.
| Meaning | Rightly guided |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian and Turkish pronunciation |
| Written as | مهدي |
| Pronunciation | MEH-dee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, North Africa, Turkey, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Mehdi
Mehdi is how Persian, Turkish and Maghrebi speakers pronounce the Arabic Mahdī, a person guided by God. Its root, h-d-y, means to guide. Muslims believe al-Mahdī will come as a leader near the close of history, and Shia Muslims give this awaited figure particular weight. The name was also carried by an Abbasid caliph, al-Mahdī, which added to its prestige.
Is Mehdi a Muslim name?
Mehdi is how Persian, Turkish and Maghrebi speakers say Mahdi, the Arabic name for one who is rightly guided.
How popular is Mehdi?
Very common in Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Turkey and Azerbaijan.
Gifts with the name Mehdi
- Mehdi name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mehdi baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mehdi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mehdi mean?
Mehdi means 'Rightly guided'. It is of Arabic, Persian and Turkish pronunciation origin.
Is Mehdi a Muslim name?
Mehdi is how Persian, Turkish and Maghrebi speakers say Mahdi, the Arabic name for one who is rightly guided.
How do you pronounce Mehdi?
Mehdi is pronounced MEH-dee.
Is Mehdi a boy or girl name?
Mehdi is usually a boy name.