Wahid
Wahid is a Muslim boy name meaning “One, unique”.
| Meaning | One, unique |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | واحد |
| Pronunciation | WAH-hid |
| Arabic root | و ح د (w-ḥ-d) — to be one |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wahid
Wahid can stand for Wāḥid, 'one', which is a name of Allah (al-Wāḥid), or for Waḥīd, 'unique'. Because of the divine name, Abdul Wahid is the fuller form. A modern bearer is Abdurrahman Wahid, the Indonesian scholar and president known as Gus Dur.
Is Wahid a Muslim name?
Yes. Wahid is an Islamic name; as al-Wahid is a divine name, many families prefer Abdul Wahid.
Is Wahid in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And your god is One God; there is no deity except Him' (Quran 2:163).
Where is the name Wahid used?
Used across the Muslim world, including Indonesia, South Asia and the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Wahid
- Wahid name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wahid mean?
Wahid means 'One, unique'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wahid a Muslim name?
Yes. Wahid is an Islamic name; as al-Wahid is a divine name, many families prefer Abdul Wahid.
How do you write Wahid in Arabic?
Wahid is written واحد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wahid?
Wahid is pronounced WAH-hid.
Is Wahid mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And your god is One God; there is no deity except Him' (Quran 2:163).