Imaad
Imaad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pillar, support”.
| Meaning | Pillar, support |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عماد |
| Pronunciation | ee-MAAD |
| Arabic root | ع م د (ʿ-m-d) — to support, prop up |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Imaad
Imaad is a spelling of ʿImād, a pillar or support that holds something up. Historically it formed honorific titles such as ʿImād al-Dīn, 'pillar of the faith', borne by the historian ʿImad al-Din al-Isfahani and the Zengid ruler ʿImad al-Din Zengi. The double 'aa' is typical of South Asian spellings.
Is Imaad a Muslim name?
Yes. Imaad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pillar or support.
Is Imaad in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars (al-ʿimād)' (Quran 89:7).
Where is the name Imaad used?
The Imaad spelling is common in Pakistan, India and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Imaad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Imaad mean?
Imaad means 'Pillar, support'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Imaad a Muslim name?
Yes. Imaad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pillar or support.
How do you write Imaad in Arabic?
Imaad is written عماد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Imaad?
Imaad is pronounced ee-MAAD.
Is Imaad mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars (al-ʿimād)' (Quran 89:7).