Hud
Hud is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Prophet Hud”.
| Meaning | Name of the Prophet Hud |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic prophet) |
| Arabic spelling | هود |
| Pronunciation | HOOD |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hud
Hud is the name of the prophet sent to the ancient people of ʿĀd in southern Arabia, who rejected his call and were destroyed by a violent wind. The eleventh chapter of the Quran is named after him. A traditional tomb of the Prophet Hūd in Hadramawt, Yemen, is still visited.
Is Hud a Muslim name?
Yes. Hud is a Muslim name: it is the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, with a whole surah named after him.
Is Hud in the Quran?
'And to ʿĀd [We sent] their brother Hūd. He said: O my people, worship God; you have no deity other than Him' (Quran 11:50).
Where is the name Hud used?
Used throughout the Muslim world, particularly in Yemen and Arabia.
Gifts with the name Hud
- Hud name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hud baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hud mean?
Hud means 'Name of the Prophet Hud'. It comes from Arabic (Quranic prophet).
Is Hud a Muslim name?
Yes. Hud is a Muslim name: it is the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, with a whole surah named after him.
How do you write Hud in Arabic?
Hud is written هود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hud?
Hud is pronounced HOOD.
Is Hud mentioned in the Quran?
'And to ʿĀd [We sent] their brother Hūd. He said: O my people, worship God; you have no deity other than Him' (Quran 11:50).