Nida
Nida is a Muslim girl name meaning “Call, appeal, voice”.
| Meaning | Call, appeal, voice |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نداء |
| Pronunciation | ni-DAH |
| Arabic root | ن د و (n-d-w) — to call out |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nida
Nida is the Arabic nidāʾ, a call or summons. The word is used for the call to prayer and for a person's call to God. Nida is especially popular in Pakistan and India, where the final hamza is dropped in spelling, and is well known through the Pakistani actress Nida Yasir.
Is Nida a Muslim name?
Yes. Nida is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a call, and the word appears in the Quran.
Is Nida in the Quran?
The Quran describes Zakariya praying: 'When he called to his Lord a private call (nidāʾ)' (Quran 19:3).
Where is the name Nida used?
Very common in Pakistan and India and used across the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Nida
- Nida name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Nida baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Nida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nida mean?
Nida means 'Call, appeal, voice'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nida a Muslim name?
Yes. Nida is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a call, and the word appears in the Quran.
How do you write Nida in Arabic?
Nida is written نداء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nida?
Nida is pronounced ni-DAH.
Is Nida mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran describes Zakariya praying: 'When he called to his Lord a private call (nidāʾ)' (Quran 19:3).