Jihad
Jihad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Striving, effort in God's way”.
| Meaning | Striving, effort in God's way |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جهاد |
| Pronunciation | jee-HAHD |
| Arabic root | ج ه د (j-h-d) — to strive, to exert effort |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jihad
Jihad means striving or exerting oneself, and in Islamic usage it covers every struggle for God's sake, including the inner struggle against one's own ego. As a given name it became common in the 20th century in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine and Egypt, where it is mostly male, though it is sometimes given to girls as well. Parents in the West sometimes avoid it because of how the word is used in the media.
Is Jihad a Muslim name?
Yes. Jihad is an Arabic Muslim name meaning striving or effort, and it is used in the Arab world for boys and occasionally girls.
Is Jihad in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'So do not obey the disbelievers, and strive against them with it a great striving' (Quran 25:52).
Where is the name Jihad used?
Common in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine and Egypt; the Turkish form is Cihat.
Gifts with the name Jihad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jihad mean?
Jihad means 'Striving, effort in God's way'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jihad a Muslim name?
Yes. Jihad is an Arabic Muslim name meaning striving or effort, and it is used in the Arab world for boys and occasionally girls.
How do you write Jihad in Arabic?
Jihad is written جهاد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jihad?
Jihad is pronounced jee-HAHD.
Is Jihad mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'So do not obey the disbelievers, and strive against them with it a great striving' (Quran 25:52).