Majeed
Majeed is a Muslim boy name meaning “Glorious, most honourable”.
| Meaning | Glorious, most honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مجيد |
| Pronunciation | mah-JEED |
| Arabic root | م ج د (m-j-d) — glory, nobility |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Majeed
Majeed (Majīd) is an intensive form meaning 'full of glory'. Al-Majīd is one of the names of Allah, so in many families the full form Abdul Majeed, 'servant of the All-Glorious', is preferred, while Majeed alone is used as a short form. The spelling with 'ee' is typical of Pakistan and India.
Is Majeed a Muslim name?
Yes. Majeed is an Islamic name taken from al-Majīd, a divine name. Many scholars recommend the form Abdul Majeed when naming a child, since al-Majīd describes Allah.
Is Majeed in the Quran?
Al-Majīd appears in the Quran: 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious (majīd)' (Quran 11:73).
Where is the name Majeed used?
Widely used in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, often as Abdul Majeed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Majeed mean?
Majeed means 'Glorious, most honourable'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Majeed a Muslim name?
Yes. Majeed is an Islamic name taken from al-Majīd, a divine name. Many scholars recommend the form Abdul Majeed when naming a child, since al-Majīd describes Allah.
How do you write Majeed in Arabic?
Majeed is written مجيد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Majeed?
Majeed is pronounced mah-JEED.
Is Majeed mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Majīd appears in the Quran: 'Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious (majīd)' (Quran 11:73).