Wajih
Wajih is a Muslim boy name meaning “Noble, distinguished”.
| Meaning | Noble, distinguished |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وجيه |
| Pronunciation | wah-JEEH |
| Arabic root | و ج ه (w-j-h) — face; to be prominent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wajih
Wajih is a spelling of Wajīh, 'eminent, held in honour'. The word is used in the Quran for the Prophet ʿIsa and for Musa, which gives the name a strong religious association.
Is Wajih a Muslim name?
Yes. Wajih is an Arabic Muslim boy's name meaning distinguished.
Is Wajih in the Quran?
Of Musa the Quran says: 'And he was, in the sight of Allah, distinguished' (Quran 33:69).
Where is the name Wajih used?
Used in the Levant, Egypt and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Wajih
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Spellings and variants of Wajih
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wajih mean?
Wajih means 'Noble, distinguished'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wajih a Muslim name?
Yes. Wajih is an Arabic Muslim boy's name meaning distinguished.
How do you write Wajih in Arabic?
Wajih is written وجيه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wajih?
Wajih is pronounced wah-JEEH.
Is Wajih mentioned in the Quran?
Of Musa the Quran says: 'And he was, in the sight of Allah, distinguished' (Quran 33:69).