Sajid
Sajid is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who prostrates to God”.
| Meaning | One who prostrates to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ساجد |
| Pronunciation | SAA-jid |
| Arabic root | س ج د (s-j-d) — to prostrate |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sajid
Sajid is the Arabic active participle sājid, one who bows down in prostration before God. Sujūd, placing the forehead on the ground, is the moment in prayer when a believer is closest to God, according to a well-known hadith. The name is from the same root as masjid (mosque) and is especially popular in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Is Sajid a Muslim name?
Yes. Sajid is a Muslim name meaning one who prostrates in prayer, from the same root as masjid.
Is Sajid in the Quran?
The Quran praises the one 'who is devoutly obedient during the night, prostrating (sājidan) and standing' (Quran 39:9).
Where is the name Sajid used?
Very common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh; used throughout the Arab world too.
Gifts with the name Sajid
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Spellings and variants of Sajid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sajid mean?
Sajid means 'One who prostrates to God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sajid a Muslim name?
Yes. Sajid is a Muslim name meaning one who prostrates in prayer, from the same root as masjid.
How do you write Sajid in Arabic?
Sajid is written ساجد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sajid?
Sajid is pronounced SAA-jid.
Is Sajid mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran praises the one 'who is devoutly obedient during the night, prostrating (sājidan) and standing' (Quran 39:9).