زاهد

Zahed

boyArabic, Persian/Bengali pronunciation

Zahed is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ascetic, devout, detached from worldly things”.

MeaningAscetic, devout, detached from worldly things
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, Persian/Bengali pronunciation
Arabic spellingزاهد
PronunciationZAH-hed
Arabic rootز ه د (z-h-d) — to renounce, to be abstinent
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Zahed

Zahed is a spelling of the Arabic name Zāhid, a person who turns away from worldly luxuries for the sake of God. The e reflects Persian and Bengali pronunciation of the short vowel. Zuhd, asceticism, is a respected virtue in Islamic spirituality, and many early Muslim saints were described as zāhid.

Is Zahed a Muslim name?

Yes. Zahed is a Muslim name, a form of Arabic Zahid, meaning a devout person detached from worldly things.

Where is the name Zahed used?

Common in Iran, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zahed mean?

Zahed means 'Ascetic, devout, detached from worldly things'. It comes from Arabic, Persian/Bengali pronunciation.

Is Zahed a Muslim name?

Yes. Zahed is a Muslim name, a form of Arabic Zahid, meaning a devout person detached from worldly things.

How do you write Zahed in Arabic?

Zahed is written زاهد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zahed?

Zahed is pronounced ZAH-hed.

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