Suad
Suad 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 Suad
Suad (Suʿād) is a long-established Arabic girl's name built on the root of saʿāda, 'happiness' and saʿd, 'good luck'. It appears in pre-Islamic and early Islamic poetry, most famously in Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr's ode Bānat Suʿād, which he recited before the Prophet ﷺ when he embraced Islam.
Is Suad a Muslim name?
Yes. Suad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning happiness and good fortune.
Is Suad in the Quran?
The root s-ʿ-d appears in 'As for those who are made happy, they will be in Paradise' (Quran 11:108).
Where is the name Suad used?
Used across the Arab world and in Bosnia (as Suada).
Gifts with the name Suad
- Suad name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suad mean?
Suad means 'Happiness, good fortune'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Suad a Muslim name?
Yes. Suad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning happiness and good fortune.
How do you write Suad in Arabic?
Suad is written سعاد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Suad?
Suad is pronounced soo-AAD.
Is Suad mentioned in the Quran?
The root s-ʿ-d appears in 'As for those who are made happy, they will be in Paradise' (Quran 11:108).