Amjad
Amjad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Most glorious, most noble”.
| Meaning | Most glorious, most noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أمجد |
| Pronunciation | AHM-jad |
| Arabic root | م ج د (m-j-d) — to be glorious, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Amjad
Amjad is the comparative form of majīd, 'glorious', so it means 'more glorious' or 'most noble'. It is common in the Levant, Iraq and South Asia. The famous qawwali singer Amjad Sabri of Pakistan is a well-known bearer.
Is Amjad a Muslim name?
Yes. Amjad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'most glorious'. It shares its root with al-Majīd, a Name of Allah.
Is Amjad in the Quran?
Al-Majīd is a Name of Allah: 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious' (Quran 11:73).
Where is the name Amjad used?
Common in Pakistan, India, Jordan, Palestine, Iraq and Egypt (as Amgad).
Gifts with the name Amjad
- Amjad name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Amjad baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Amjad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amjad mean?
Amjad means 'Most glorious, most noble'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Amjad a Muslim name?
Yes. Amjad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'most glorious'. It shares its root with al-Majīd, a Name of Allah.
How do you write Amjad in Arabic?
Amjad is written أمجد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Amjad?
Amjad is pronounced AHM-jad.
Is Amjad mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Majīd is a Name of Allah: 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious' (Quran 11:73).