Nadim
Nadim is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Companion and confidant”.
| Meaning | Companion and confidant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نديم |
| Pronunciation | nah-DEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Bangladesh, Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Nadim
Nadim (nah-DEEM) means a companion you can confide in. The Arabic root n-d-m is about keeping company, and under the Abbasid caliphs a nadīm was a cultivated courtier who shared poems and conversation with the ruler. Turkish and Bosnian speakers say and spell it Nedim, the name of a celebrated eighteenth-century Ottoman poet. The name is also used in the Arab world and Bangladesh, and Nadeem is the South Asian spelling.
Is Nadim a Muslim name?
Nadim is an Arabic name with a secure place among Muslims. It speaks of a friend who is close, cultured and dependable.
How popular is Nadim?
Nadim is used in the Arab world and Bangladesh, and as Nedim in Turkey and Bosnia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nadim mean?
Nadim means 'Companion and confidant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nadim a Muslim name?
Nadim is an Arabic name with a secure place among Muslims. It speaks of a friend who is close, cultured and dependable.
How do you pronounce Nadim?
Nadim is pronounced nah-DEEM.
Is Nadim a boy or girl name?
Nadim is usually a boy name.