Zahid
زاهد
/ zah-HEED /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Devout
Meaning & Etymology
Pious or devout person
Pious or devout person
Etymology
The name originates from the Arabic word zahid (زاهد), which means ‘one who practices asceticism’ or ‘one who is devout’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Northeast Coast Bantu > Sabaki > Swahili
Cultural context
In Kenya, particularly among the Swahili people, the name Zahid is associated with Islamic values and is often given to boys as a reflection of devoutness and piety.
Symbolism
The name symbolises a commitment to religious values and a life of piety and devotion.
Religious reference
Quranic name derived from the Arabic root 'z-h-d' meaning to abstain or be devout