Wahid
Wahid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “One, unique”.
| Meaning | One, unique |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | واحد |
| Pronunciation | WAH-hid |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Indonesia, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Wahid
Wahid can represent two related Arabic words from the root w-h-d. Wahid with a long first vowel means one, and al-Wahid, the One, is a name of Allah. Wahid with a long second vowel means unique. Because of the divine name, families often use the fuller Abdul Wahid. A well-known modern bearer was Abdurrahman Wahid, the religious scholar who served as president of Indonesia and was affectionately called Gus Dur.
Is Wahid a Muslim name?
Since al-Wahid belongs to God, the fuller Abdul Wahid is often chosen; the Quran affirms 'And your god is One God; there is no deity except Him' (Quran 2:163).
How popular is Wahid?
Muslims from Indonesia to South Asia and the Arab world give this name.
Gifts with the name Wahid
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Spellings and variants of Wahid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wahid mean?
Wahid means 'One, unique'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wahid a Muslim name?
Since al-Wahid belongs to God, the fuller Abdul Wahid is often chosen; the Quran affirms 'And your god is One God; there is no deity except Him' (Quran 2:163).
How do you pronounce Wahid?
Wahid is pronounced WAH-hid.
Is Wahid a boy or girl name?
Wahid is usually a boy name.