Naheedah
Naheedah is a Muslim girl name of Urdu / Persian, from Nahid origin, meaning “Venus; a bright star”.
| Meaning | Venus; a bright star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Urdu / Persian, from Nahid |
| Written as | ناہیدہ |
| Pronunciation | nah-HEE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Naheedah
Naheedah is an uncommon English spelling of Naheeda, the South Asian girls' form of the Persian Nāhīd, meaning the planet Venus. The h at the end copies the silent final letter of the Urdu spelling and does not change the pronunciation. Some older baby-name lists claim it means 'brave' or 'elevated'. The established meaning, though, is Venus, the bright star of morning and evening.
Is Naheedah a Muslim name?
Naheedah is a spelling of Naheeda, so it is Persian in origin rather than Arabic or Quranic. It is nonetheless an accepted name among South Asian Muslims.
How popular is Naheedah?
Naheedah is an occasional spelling among Pakistani and Indian Muslim families and their diaspora.
Gifts with the name Naheedah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naheedah mean?
Naheedah means 'Venus; a bright star'. It is of Urdu / Persian, from Nahid origin.
Is Naheedah a Muslim name?
Naheedah is a spelling of Naheeda, so it is Persian in origin rather than Arabic or Quranic. It is nonetheless an accepted name among South Asian Muslims.
How do you pronounce Naheedah?
Naheedah is pronounced nah-HEE-dah.
Is Naheedah a boy or girl name?
Naheedah is usually a girl name.