Nedim
Nedim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Companion, close friend”.
| Meaning | Companion, close friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Nadim |
| Arabic spelling | نديم |
| Pronunciation | neh-DEEM |
| Arabic root | ن د م (n-d-m) — to keep company; to regret |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nedim
Nedim is the Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic nadīm, a close companion, originally a drinking or conversation companion at a ruler's court. Turkish writes the Arabic a as e, giving Nedim. The 18th-century Ottoman poet Nedim of the Tulip Era made the name famous, and it remains very common in Bosnia and Turkey.
Is Nedim a Muslim name?
Yes. Nedim is a Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic Nadim, meaning companion.
Where is the name Nedim used?
Very common among Bosniaks and in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nedim mean?
Nedim means 'Companion, close friend'. It comes from Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Nadim.
Is Nedim a Muslim name?
Yes. Nedim is a Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic Nadim, meaning companion.
How do you write Nedim in Arabic?
Nedim is written نديم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nedim?
Nedim is pronounced neh-DEEM.