Shahed
Shahed is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Honey from the comb; witness”.
| Meaning | Honey from the comb; witness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | شهد |
| Pronunciation | SHAH-hed |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Jordan, Palestine, Syria |
Meaning and origin of Shahed
Shahed is a widely used English spelling of Shahd, the Arabic girls' name meaning honey in the comb, written to match how it is said in Levantine Arabic. Read differently, the same Arabic letters give Shāhid, witness, which is why both meanings are often listed. Its root sh-h-d covers both honeycomb and witnessing. For girls in Jordan and Palestine the name almost always means the honey.
Is Shahed a Muslim name?
Shahed is a spelling of Shahd, honey, and its root also gives the Quranic words for witness, as in the oath 'By the witness and what is witnessed' (Quran 85:3).
How popular is Shahed?
It is common in Jordan, Palestine and Syria, and Arab families abroad also use it.
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Spellings and variants of Shahed
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shahed mean?
Shahed means 'Honey from the comb; witness'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Shahed a Muslim name?
Shahed is a spelling of Shahd, honey, and its root also gives the Quranic words for witness, as in the oath 'By the witness and what is witnessed' (Quran 85:3).
How do you pronounce Shahed?
Shahed is pronounced SHAH-hed.
Is Shahed a boy or girl name?
Shahed is usually a girl name.