Shamsudin
Shamsudin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sun of the faith”.
| Meaning | Sun of the faith |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شمس الدين |
| Pronunciation | shahm-soo-DEEN |
| Arabic root | ش م س (sh-m-s) — sun |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shamsudin
Shamsudin is a spelling of Shams al-Dīn, 'sun of the religion', an honorific that became a personal name in the medieval Muslim world. The al- is assimilated in speech, giving Shamsuddin or Shamsudin. Famous bearers include Shams al-Dīn al-Dhahabī, the Damascene historian, and Shams al-Dīn Tabrīzī, Rūmī's spiritual companion.
Is Shamsudin a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamsudin (Shams al-Din) is a Muslim name meaning sun of the faith.
Is Shamsudin in the Quran?
Sura 91 opens 'By the sun (al-shams) and its brightness' (Quran 91:1).
Where is the name Shamsudin used?
Used across the Muslim world, including Somalia, South and Central Asia and Malaysia.
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Spellings and variants of Shamsudin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shamsudin mean?
Shamsudin means 'Sun of the faith'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Shamsudin a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamsudin (Shams al-Din) is a Muslim name meaning sun of the faith.
How do you write Shamsudin in Arabic?
Shamsudin is written شمس الدين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shamsudin?
Shamsudin is pronounced shahm-soo-DEEN.
Is Shamsudin mentioned in the Quran?
Sura 91 opens 'By the sun (al-shams) and its brightness' (Quran 91:1).