زيدان

Zidan

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Zidan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Growth, increase”.

MeaningGrowth, increase
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asزيدان
Pronunciationzee-DAHN
TraditionMuslim
Used inAlgeria, Morocco, Palestine, Jordan

Meaning and origin of Zidan

Zidan represents the Arabic Zaydān, a longer form of Zayd that grows from the root z-y-d, to increase. In the Maghreb it is said with a long i, which led to the French spelling Zidane, made world-famous by the Algerian-French footballer Zinedine Zidane. It serves as a first name and also as a surname. Other forms include Zaidan and Zeidan.

Is Zidan a Muslim name?

Related to Zayd, Zidan is an Arabic name that Muslims use with the sense of growth and increase.

How popular is Zidan?

It appears throughout the Arab world, particularly in Algeria, Morocco, Palestine and Jordan, and is often a surname.

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Spellings and variants of Zidan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zidan mean?

Zidan means 'Growth, increase'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Zidan a Muslim name?

Related to Zayd, Zidan is an Arabic name that Muslims use with the sense of growth and increase.

How do you pronounce Zidan?

Zidan is pronounced zee-DAHN.

Is Zidan a boy or girl name?

Zidan is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.