نهاد

Nihad

unisexArabic

Nihad is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Elevated, high ground; rising”.

MeaningElevated, high ground; rising
GenderUnisex
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنهاد
Pronunciationni-HAAD
Arabic rootن ه د (n-h-d) — to rise, to be raised
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Nihad

Nihad comes from the Arabic root n-h-d, associated with rising up and with raised, elevated ground. In the Arab world it is mostly a girl's name, borne for example by Lebanese singer Fairuz, whose birth name was Nouhad Haddad. In Bosnia and among Turks it is a common boy's name, often spelled Nihad or Nihat.

Is Nihad a Muslim name?

Yes. Nihad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. It is used for girls in Arab countries and for boys in Bosnia and Turkey.

Where is the name Nihad used?

Used for girls in Lebanon, Syria and Iraq, and for boys in Bosnia, Turkey and Albania.

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Spellings and variants of Nihad

NouhadNuhadNihat

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nihad mean?

Nihad means 'Elevated, high ground; rising'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Nihad a Muslim name?

Yes. Nihad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. It is used for girls in Arab countries and for boys in Bosnia and Turkey.

How do you write Nihad in Arabic?

Nihad is written نهاد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nihad?

Nihad is pronounced ni-HAAD.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.