Adi
Adi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Often explained as 'the first to charge'”.
| Meaning | Often explained as 'the first to charge' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عدي |
| Pronunciation | ah-DEE |
| Arabic root | ع د و (ʿ-d-w) — to run, to charge |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Adi
ʿAdī is an old Arabic name. Classical sources explain it as the front ranks of a charging force, so the name is often rendered 'first in attack'. ʿAdī ibn Ḥātim al-Ṭāʾī, son of the famously generous Ḥātim, became a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ, and Banū ʿAdī was the clan of ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb. The Hebrew name Adi is unrelated.
Is Adi a Muslim name?
Yes. Adi (ʿAdī) is a traditional Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion ʿAdī ibn Ḥātim.
Where is the name Adi used?
Common in Iraq, Jordan and the Gulf, often spelled Oday or Uday.
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Spellings and variants of Adi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adi mean?
Adi means 'Often explained as 'the first to charge''. It comes from Arabic.
Is Adi a Muslim name?
Yes. Adi (ʿAdī) is a traditional Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion ʿAdī ibn Ḥātim.
How do you write Adi in Arabic?
Adi is written عدي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Adi?
Adi is pronounced ah-DEE.