Magdy
Magdy is a Muslim boy name meaning “Glorious, my glory”.
| Meaning | Glorious, my glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian form |
| Arabic spelling | مجدي |
| Pronunciation | MAG-dee |
| Arabic root | م ج د (m-j-d) — to be glorious, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Magdy
Magdy is the most common English spelling of the Egyptian name Magdi, the local pronunciation of Majdī. Egyptians often end such names with -y in Latin script, as in Fathy or Hamdy. It means glorious, from majd, glory and honour. The name is shared by Egyptian Muslims and Christians alike, and is less common outside Egypt.
Is Magdy a Muslim name?
Yes. Magdy is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning glorious. It is the Egyptian form of Majdi and is also used by Egyptian Christians.
Is Magdy in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious (ḥamīdun majīd)' (Quran 11:73).
Where is the name Magdy used?
Almost entirely Egyptian, and very widespread there.
Gifts with the name Magdy
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Spellings and variants of Magdy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Magdy mean?
Magdy means 'Glorious, my glory'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian form.
Is Magdy a Muslim name?
Yes. Magdy is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning glorious. It is the Egyptian form of Majdi and is also used by Egyptian Christians.
How do you write Magdy in Arabic?
Magdy is written مجدي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Magdy?
Magdy is pronounced MAG-dee.
Is Magdy mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious (ḥamīdun majīd)' (Quran 11:73).