Shadi
Shadi is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic and Persian origin, meaning “Singer; joy”.
| Meaning | Singer; joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic and Persian |
| Written as | شادي / شادی |
| Pronunciation | SHAH-dee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Egypt, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Shadi
Shadi is really two different names that happen to sound alike. The Arabic Shādī, from a root meaning to sing, describes a singer or chanter, and in the Levant and Egypt it is a familiar name for boys. In Persian, shādī means happiness and joy, and it is used mostly for girls in Iran. Which meaning is intended usually depends on the family's language.
Is Shadi a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Shadi in two ways: Arabic speakers give it to boys with the meaning singer, while Persian speakers give it to girls with the meaning joy.
How popular is Shadi?
Boys carry it in Egypt and the Levant, while in Iran it is usually a girl's name.
Gifts with the name Shadi
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Spellings and variants of Shadi
Names similar to Shadi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shadi mean?
Shadi means 'Singer; joy'. It is of Arabic and Persian origin.
Is Shadi a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Shadi in two ways: Arabic speakers give it to boys with the meaning singer, while Persian speakers give it to girls with the meaning joy.
How do you pronounce Shadi?
Shadi is pronounced SHAH-dee.
Is Shadi a boy or girl name?
Shadi is used for both boys and girls.