Zaheedah
Zaheedah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Devout, ascetic woman”.
| Meaning | Devout, ascetic woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زاهدة |
| Pronunciation | zah-HEE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | South Africa, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Zaheedah
Zaheedah is another way of writing Zāhida, with a final h for the feminine ending. Its root, z-h-d, gives the word zuhd, the letting go of worldly attachment that Islamic spirituality has always admired. The name therefore describes a devout woman whose heart is set on God rather than on possessions. South African Muslims use this spelling a good deal, as do South Asian families settled in the West.
Is Zaheedah a Muslim name?
Zaheedah is an Arabic Muslim name and another spelling of Zahida. It points to zuhd, the spiritual ideal of living simply for God.
How popular is Zaheedah?
It is mostly found in South Africa and among South Asians abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Zaheedah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaheedah mean?
Zaheedah means 'Devout, ascetic woman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zaheedah a Muslim name?
Zaheedah is an Arabic Muslim name and another spelling of Zahida. It points to zuhd, the spiritual ideal of living simply for God.
How do you pronounce Zaheedah?
Zaheedah is pronounced zah-HEE-dah.
Is Zaheedah a boy or girl name?
Zaheedah is usually a girl name.