Murshid
Murshid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Guide who leads others aright”.
| Meaning | Guide who leads others aright |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مرشد |
| Pronunciation | MUR-shid |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Murshid
Murshid describes a person who guides others onto the right path. Its root r-sh-d speaks of right guidance and maturity. In Sufi tradition the murshid is the spiritual teacher who leads a disciple, the murīd, along the way. The city of Murshidabad in West Bengal takes its name from the Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, and the name remains common in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan.
Is Murshid a Muslim name?
Murshid uses a Quranic word for a guide. Of the one whom Allah leaves astray, the Quran says: 'you will never find for him a protecting guide' (waliyyan murshidā) (Quran 18:17).
How popular is Murshid?
Common in Bangladesh, where it is often written Morshed, and in India and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Murshid
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Spellings and variants of Murshid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murshid mean?
Murshid means 'Guide who leads others aright'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Murshid a Muslim name?
Murshid uses a Quranic word for a guide. Of the one whom Allah leaves astray, the Quran says: 'you will never find for him a protecting guide' (waliyyan murshidā) (Quran 18:17).
How do you pronounce Murshid?
Murshid is pronounced MUR-shid.
Is Murshid a boy or girl name?
Murshid is usually a boy name.