شیده

Shideh

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Shideh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Radiant, shining, luminous”.

MeaningRadiant, shining, luminous
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingشیده
Pronunciationshee-DEH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shideh

Shideh comes from the old Persian word shīd, meaning light or radiance, the same element found in names such as Jamshid and Khorshid. It is a modern Iranian girl's name chosen for its bright, gentle sense. In the Shahnameh, Shideh also appears as the name of a son of Afrasiab.

Is Shideh a Muslim name?

Shideh is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran. It is not Arabic, but its meaning, 'radiant', is fully positive.

Where is the name Shideh used?

Used mainly in Iran and the Iranian diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Shideh

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shideh mean?

Shideh means 'Radiant, shining, luminous'. It comes from Persian.

Is Shideh a Muslim name?

Shideh is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran. It is not Arabic, but its meaning, 'radiant', is fully positive.

How do you write Shideh in Arabic?

Shideh is written شیده in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shideh?

Shideh is pronounced shee-DEH.

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