آزاد

Azad

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Azad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Free, independent”.

MeaningFree, independent
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingآزاد
Pronunciationah-ZAHD
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Azad

Āzād is the Persian word for 'free', borrowed into Urdu, Hindi, Kurdish and Turkish. It was a favourite pen name and title in South Asia; Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the Islamic scholar and Indian independence leader, is the best-known bearer. Among Kurds it carries a strong sense of freedom and dignity and is a common boys' name.

Is Azad a Muslim name?

Yes. Azad is a Persian name widely used by Muslim families in Iran, the Kurdish regions, Pakistan, India and Azerbaijan.

Where is the name Azad used?

Common among Kurds, Iranians, Azerbaijanis and South Asian Muslims.

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Spellings and variants of Azad

AzaadÂzâd

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Azad mean?

Azad means 'Free, independent'. It comes from Persian.

Is Azad a Muslim name?

Yes. Azad is a Persian name widely used by Muslim families in Iran, the Kurdish regions, Pakistan, India and Azerbaijan.

How do you write Azad in Arabic?

Azad is written آزاد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Azad?

Azad is pronounced ah-ZAHD.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.