هدى

Huda

girlArabic

Huda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Guidance, the right path”.

MeaningGuidance, the right path
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingهدى
PronunciationHOO-dah
Arabic rootه د ي (h-d-y) — to guide
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Huda

Huda is the Arabic hudā, guidance. The Quran repeatedly calls itself huda, a guidance for people, which gives the name a strong religious resonance. It is one of the most widely used Arabic girls' names, spelled Hoda in Egypt and Houda in North Africa.

Is Huda a Muslim name?

Yes. Huda is a Muslim name meaning guidance, a word the Quran uses to describe itself.

Is Huda in the Quran?

'This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of God' (Quran 2:2).

Where is the name Huda used?

Used across the whole Muslim world.

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Spellings and variants of Huda

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Huda mean?

Huda means 'Guidance, the right path'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Huda a Muslim name?

Yes. Huda is a Muslim name meaning guidance, a word the Quran uses to describe itself.

How do you write Huda in Arabic?

Huda is written هدى in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Huda?

Huda is pronounced HOO-dah.

Is Huda mentioned in the Quran?

'This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of God' (Quran 2:2).

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