Aida
Aida is a Muslim girl name meaning “Returning; visitor”.
| Meaning | Returning; visitor |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عائدة |
| Pronunciation | AH-ee-dah |
| Arabic root | ع و د (ʿ-w-d) — to return |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aida
Aida is the Arabic ʿĀʾida, 'one who returns', also used of a visitor who comes back, especially to visit the sick. The name is popular among Arab Christians and Muslims alike, and in Bosnia, Iran and Kazakhstan. Verdi's opera Aida gave the name worldwide fame, though its title character is Ethiopian, not Arab.
Is Aida a Muslim name?
Yes. Aida is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in many countries, especially Bosnia, Iran and the Arab world.
Where is the name Aida used?
Common in Bosnia, Iran, the Levant and Kazakhstan.
Gifts with the name Aida
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Spellings and variants of Aida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aida mean?
Aida means 'Returning; visitor'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aida a Muslim name?
Yes. Aida is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in many countries, especially Bosnia, Iran and the Arab world.
How do you write Aida in Arabic?
Aida is written عائدة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aida?
Aida is pronounced AH-ee-dah.