Moshood
Moshood is a Muslim boy name meaning “Witnessed, well-attested”.
| Meaning | Witnessed, well-attested |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | مشهود |
| Pronunciation | moh-SHOOD |
| Arabic root | ش ه د (sh-h-d) — to witness |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Moshood
Moshood is the Yoruba form of Mashhūd, 'witnessed' or 'attested'. Yoruba pronunciation changes the first a to o. The best-known bearer is Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, winner of Nigeria's annulled 1993 presidential election.
Is Moshood a Muslim name?
Yes. Moshood is the Yoruba form of the Arabic word mashhud, which appears in the Quran.
Is Moshood in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of the Day of Judgement as 'a Day witnessed (mashhūd)' (Quran 11:103).
Where is the name Moshood used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moshood mean?
Moshood means 'Witnessed, well-attested'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Moshood a Muslim name?
Yes. Moshood is the Yoruba form of the Arabic word mashhud, which appears in the Quran.
How do you write Moshood in Arabic?
Moshood is written مشهود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Moshood?
Moshood is pronounced moh-SHOOD.
Is Moshood mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of the Day of Judgement as 'a Day witnessed (mashhūd)' (Quran 11:103).