Hadi
Hadi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Guide, one who leads to the right way”.
| Meaning | Guide, one who leads to the right way |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هادي |
| Pronunciation | HAH-dee |
| Arabic root | ه د ي (h-d-y) — to guide |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hadi
Hadi is the active participle of the Arabic verb meaning to guide, so it describes one who shows the right path. Al-Hādī is among the names of God, and devout families sometimes prefer the compound Abdul Hadi. Imam ʿAlī al-Hādī, the tenth Shia Imam, carried it as his title, and the name is in use from Morocco to Indonesia.
Is Hadi a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadi is a Muslim name of Arabic and Quranic origin meaning guide; al-Hadi is also one of the names of God.
Is Hadi in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse 'You are only a warner, and for every people there is a guide (hād)' (Quran 13:7).
Where is the name Hadi used?
Common across the Arab world, Iran, Pakistan and Southeast Asia.
Gifts with the name Hadi
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Spellings and variants of Hadi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hadi mean?
Hadi means 'Guide, one who leads to the right way'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hadi a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadi is a Muslim name of Arabic and Quranic origin meaning guide; al-Hadi is also one of the names of God.
How do you write Hadi in Arabic?
Hadi is written هادي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hadi?
Hadi is pronounced HAH-dee.
Is Hadi mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse 'You are only a warner, and for every people there is a guide (hād)' (Quran 13:7).