Zahida
Zahida 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-hi-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Zahida
Zahida, the feminine form of Zāhid, describes a woman who chooses devotion to God over the comforts of the world. The quality it names is zuhd, from the root z-h-d, meaning to renounce. Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya is among the early Muslim women remembered for exactly this kind of devotion. In Pakistan, India and Bangladesh the name has been given to girls for generations.
Is Zahida a Muslim name?
Zahida is an Arabic Muslim name, the feminine of Zahid. It celebrates a woman whose devotion to God outweighs worldly attachments.
How popular is Zahida?
Girls in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh commonly receive it.
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Spellings and variants of Zahida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahida mean?
Zahida means 'Devout, ascetic woman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zahida a Muslim name?
Zahida is an Arabic Muslim name, the feminine of Zahid. It celebrates a woman whose devotion to God outweighs worldly attachments.
How do you pronounce Zahida?
Zahida is pronounced ZAH-hi-dah.
Is Zahida a boy or girl name?
Zahida is usually a girl name.