وجيه

Wagih

boyArabic, Egyptian spelling

Wagih is a Muslim boy name meaning “Distinguished, eminent, honoured”.

Meaning	Distinguished, eminent, honoured
Gender	Boy
Origin	Arabic, Egyptian spelling
Arabic spelling	وجيه
Pronunciation	wah-GEEH
Arabic root	و ج ه (w-j-h) — face; to be distinguished
Muslim name?	Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Wagih

Wagih is the Egyptian spelling of the Arabic name Wajīh. In Cairo Arabic the letter jīm is pronounced as a hard g, so Wajīh is said and written Wagih. The word describes a person of standing and dignity, someone whose 'face' is respected. It is a long-established name among Egyptian Muslims and Christians alike.

Is Wagih a Muslim name?

Yes. Wagih is the Egyptian form of the Arabic name Wajih, meaning distinguished or honoured, and it is a well-known Muslim name in Egypt.

Is Wagih in the Quran?

The word wajīh is used in the Quran for the Prophet ʿIsa, described as 'distinguished in this world and the Hereafter' (Quran 3:45).

Where is the name Wagih used?

Mainly used in Egypt and Sudan, where the g pronunciation of jīm is standard.

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Spellings and variants of Wagih

Wajih WajeehWagiehWageeh

More boy names like Wagih

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Wagih mean?

Wagih means 'Distinguished, eminent, honoured'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian spelling.

Is Wagih a Muslim name?

Yes. Wagih is the Egyptian form of the Arabic name Wajih, meaning distinguished or honoured, and it is a well-known Muslim name in Egypt.

How do you write Wagih in Arabic?

Wagih is written وجيه in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Wagih?

Wagih is pronounced wah-GEEH.

Is Wagih mentioned in the Quran?

The word wajīh is used in the Quran for the Prophet ʿIsa, described as 'distinguished in this world and the Hereafter' (Quran 3:45).

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