زاهدة

Zaheeda

girlArabic

Zaheeda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Devout, ascetic woman”.

MeaningDevout, ascetic woman
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingزاهدة
Pronunciationzah-HEE-dah
Arabic rootز ه د (z-h-d) — to renounce, to abstain
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Zaheeda

Zaheeda is a South Asian spelling of Zāhida, the feminine of Zāhid. Although the -ee- suggests a long second vowel, it is generally the same name, describing a woman who lives simply and devotes herself to God rather than to worldly comfort. It is found mostly in Pakistan, India and South Africa.

Is Zaheeda a Muslim name?

Yes. Zaheeda is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Zahida.

Where is the name Zaheeda used?

Mostly used among South Asian Muslims and in South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zaheeda mean?

Zaheeda means 'Devout, ascetic woman'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Zaheeda a Muslim name?

Yes. Zaheeda is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Zahida.

How do you write Zaheeda in Arabic?

Zaheeda is written زاهدة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zaheeda?

Zaheeda is pronounced zah-HEE-dah.

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