Nihad
Nihad is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “High ground; rising up”.
| Meaning | High ground; rising up |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نهاد |
| Pronunciation | ni-HAAD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Balkans, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Nihad
Nihad is built on the Arabic root n-h-d, which carries the idea of rising and of raised, elevated land. In most Arab countries the name goes to girls; the celebrated Lebanese singer Fairuz, for example, was born Nouhad Haddad. Among Bosnians and Turks the picture flips completely, and Nihad, or Nihat in Turkish spelling, is a familiar name for boys. The name therefore suits either a son or a daughter.
Is Nihad a Muslim name?
Nihad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, given to girls in Arab countries and to boys in Bosnia and Turkey.
How popular is Nihad?
Girls are called Nihad in Lebanon, Syria and Iraq, while boys carry the name in Bosnia, Turkey and Albania.
Gifts with the name Nihad
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Spellings and variants of Nihad
Names similar to Nihad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nihad mean?
Nihad means 'High ground; rising up'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nihad a Muslim name?
Nihad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, given to girls in Arab countries and to boys in Bosnia and Turkey.
How do you pronounce Nihad?
Nihad is pronounced ni-HAAD.
Is Nihad a boy or girl name?
Nihad is used for both boys and girls.