Zeid
Zeid is a Muslim boy name meaning “Growth, increase, abundance”.
| Meaning | Growth, increase, abundance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Levantine spelling |
| Arabic spelling | زيد |
| Pronunciation | ZAYD |
| Arabic root | ز ي د (z-y-d) — to increase, to grow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zeid
Zeid is the Levantine and Jordanian spelling of Zayd, meaning growth and increase. It is famous as the name of Zayd ibn Ḥāritha, the freed slave and adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and the only Companion named in the Quran. Prince Zeid of Jordan helped make this spelling familiar.
Is Zeid a Muslim name?
Yes. Zeid is a spelling of Zayd, the name of the beloved Companion Zayd ibn Haritha.
Is Zeid in the Quran?
Zayd is the only Companion named in the Quran: 'So when Zayd had no longer any need of her' (Quran 33:37).
Where is the name Zeid used?
Most common in Jordan, Palestine, Syria and Lebanon.
Gifts with the name Zeid
- Zeid name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Zeid baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zeid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeid mean?
Zeid means 'Growth, increase, abundance'. It comes from Arabic, Levantine spelling.
Is Zeid a Muslim name?
Yes. Zeid is a spelling of Zayd, the name of the beloved Companion Zayd ibn Haritha.
How do you write Zeid in Arabic?
Zeid is written زيد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zeid?
Zeid is pronounced ZAYD.
Is Zeid mentioned in the Quran?
Zayd is the only Companion named in the Quran: 'So when Zayd had no longer any need of her' (Quran 33:37).