Reda
Reda is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Egyptian and Maghrebi spelling origin, meaning “Contentment, God's approval”.
| Meaning | Contentment, God's approval |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian and Maghrebi spelling |
| Written as | رضا |
| Pronunciation | REH-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Europe |
Meaning and origin of Reda
Reda is the French-influenced spelling of Riḍā used across North Africa and Egypt, where the short vowel sounds like 'e'. It comes from the root r-ḍ-y, to be pleased or content, and means contentment and the approval of God. Riḍwān, the angel who guards Paradise in tradition, shares this root. In other regions you will meet it as Raza, Reza, Rıza or Rida.
Is Reda a Muslim name?
Reda is the North African and Egyptian spelling of Rida. Its root appears in 'Allah is pleased with them, and they are pleased with Him' (Quran 98:8).
How popular is Reda?
It is very common in Egypt, Morocco and Algeria and among North Africans in France and Belgium.
Gifts with the name Reda
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Spellings and variants of Reda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Reda mean?
Reda means 'Contentment, God's approval'. It is of Arabic, Egyptian and Maghrebi spelling origin.
Is Reda a Muslim name?
Reda is the North African and Egyptian spelling of Rida. Its root appears in 'Allah is pleased with them, and they are pleased with Him' (Quran 98:8).
How do you pronounce Reda?
Reda is pronounced REH-dah.
Is Reda a boy or girl name?
Reda is usually a boy name.