Souad
Souad is a Muslim girl name meaning “Happiness, good fortune”.
| Meaning | Happiness, good fortune |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سعاد |
| Pronunciation | soo-AAD |
| Arabic root | س ع د (s-ʿ-d) — happiness, good fortune |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Souad
Souad is the French-influenced spelling of Suʿād, a classic Arabic girl's name from the root of saʿāda, 'happiness'. It is ancient: Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr's famous ode recited before the Prophet ﷺ opens with 'Bānat Suʿād' ('Suʿād has departed'). The 'ou' spelling is typical of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Lebanon.
Is Souad a Muslim name?
Yes. Souad (Suad) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning happiness and good fortune.
Where is the name Souad used?
Common in North Africa and Lebanon as Souad, and in Egypt as Soad.
Gifts with the name Souad
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Spellings and variants of Souad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Souad mean?
Souad means 'Happiness, good fortune'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Souad a Muslim name?
Yes. Souad (Suad) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning happiness and good fortune.
How do you write Souad in Arabic?
Souad is written سعاد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Souad?
Souad is pronounced soo-AAD.