Ladi
Ladi is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born on Sunday”.
| Meaning | Born on Sunday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa, from Arabic al-aḥad (Sunday) |
| Pronunciation | LAH-dee |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ladi
Ladi is the Hausa day name for a girl born on Sunday. It comes from Lahadi, the Hausa word for Sunday, borrowed from Arabic al-aḥad, 'the first (day)'. Like Jummai and Talatu, it belongs to a traditional set of Hausa birth-day names and is widely used across northern Nigeria.
Is Ladi a Muslim name?
Ladi is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It is a day name rather than a religious name, and it is also used by Christian Hausa speakers.
Where is the name Ladi used?
Very common in northern and central Nigeria among Hausa speakers of all faiths.
Gifts with the name Ladi
- Ladi name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Ladi baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Ladi
Read more
- Hausa Muslim names explained
- Nigerian Muslim names: Hausa & Yoruba forms
- Is it a Muslim name? 60 names checked
More girl names like Ladi
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ladi mean?
Ladi means 'Born on Sunday'. It comes from Hausa, from Arabic al-aḥad (Sunday).
Is Ladi a Muslim name?
Ladi is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It is a day name rather than a religious name, and it is also used by Christian Hausa speakers.
How do you pronounce Ladi?
Ladi is pronounced LAH-dee.