Hoda
Hoda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Guidance, right path”.
| Meaning | Guidance, right path |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian/Egyptian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | هدى |
| Pronunciation | HO-dah |
| Arabic root | ه د ي (h-d-y) — to guide |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hoda
Hoda is the spelling of the Arabic name Hudā used in Iran and Egypt, where the vowel is pronounced closer to 'o'. Hudā means guidance, especially the guidance that comes from God. The Egyptian feminist Hoda (Huda) Shaarawi made the name well known in the early 20th century, and it remains a classic across the Arab world.
Is Hoda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hoda is a Muslim name, a regional spelling of Huda, an Arabic word for divine guidance that appears many times in the Quran.
Is Hoda in the Quran?
The word hudā appears early in the Quran, describing the Book as 'guidance for the God-conscious' (Quran 2:2).
Where is the name Hoda used?
The Hoda spelling is common in Iran and Egypt; Houda is used in the Maghreb and Huda elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Hoda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hoda mean?
Hoda means 'Guidance, right path'. It comes from Arabic, Persian/Egyptian spelling.
Is Hoda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hoda is a Muslim name, a regional spelling of Huda, an Arabic word for divine guidance that appears many times in the Quran.
How do you write Hoda in Arabic?
Hoda is written هدى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hoda?
Hoda is pronounced HO-dah.
Is Hoda mentioned in the Quran?
The word hudā appears early in the Quran, describing the Book as 'guidance for the God-conscious' (Quran 2:2).