Fidah
Fidah is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Sacrifice, devotion, ransom”.
| Meaning | Sacrifice, devotion, ransom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فداء |
| Pronunciation | fi-DAH |
| Arabic root | ف د ي (f-d-y) — to ransom, to sacrifice |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fidah
Fidah is a spelling of Fidāʾ, meaning sacrifice or ransom, giving oneself for others. In Pakistan and India it is mostly a boys' name, often in compounds such as Fida Hussain, while in the Levant Fidaa is usually given to girls. The final h is an English addition.
Is Fidah a Muslim name?
Yes. Fidah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning sacrifice and devotion.
Is Fidah in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And We ransomed him (fadaynāhu) with a great sacrifice' (Quran 37:107).
Where is the name Fidah used?
Used in Pakistan, India and the Levant.
Gifts with the name Fidah
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Spellings and variants of Fidah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fidah mean?
Fidah means 'Sacrifice, devotion, ransom'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fidah a Muslim name?
Yes. Fidah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning sacrifice and devotion.
How do you write Fidah in Arabic?
Fidah is written فداء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fidah?
Fidah is pronounced fi-DAH.
Is Fidah mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And We ransomed him (fadaynāhu) with a great sacrifice' (Quran 37:107).