Iyad
Iyad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Support, strength”.
| Meaning | Support, strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | إياد |
| Pronunciation | ee-YAHD |
| Arabic root | أ ي د (ʾ-y-d) — to strengthen, to support |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iyad
Iyad (Iyād) is an old Arabic name associated with strength and support. Iyād was the name of an ancient Arab tribe, from which came the famous pre-Islamic orator Quss ibn Sāʿida al-Iyādī, whom the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have remembered. The name remains popular in the Levant, Iraq, Egypt and Tunisia.
Is Iyad a Muslim name?
Yes. Iyad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning support and strength.
Where is the name Iyad used?
Common throughout the Arab world, often spelled Eyad in Egypt and the Levant.
Gifts with the name Iyad
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Spellings and variants of Iyad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iyad mean?
Iyad means 'Support, strength'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Iyad a Muslim name?
Yes. Iyad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning support and strength.
How do you write Iyad in Arabic?
Iyad is written إياد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iyad?
Iyad is pronounced ee-YAHD.