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ShahidIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Witness

Pronunciation: shah-heed

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Name
Shahid
Meaning
Witness
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Pashto, Persian, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
shah-heed
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Shahid mean?

Shahid is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Witness". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: shah-heed. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

شاہد

شاہد وہ شخص ہوتا ہے جو کسی چیز کا مشاہدہ کرتا ہے یا گواہی دیتا ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

شاهد

الشاهد هو الذي يشهد على شيء ما أو يقدم شهادة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

shah-heed

IPA

/ʃɑːˈhiːd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Shahid is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Witness. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

#7B68EE#0072B2#004E93

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, and Communication

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveDaringBoldDeterminedResilientFearless

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A person who stands up for truth and justice

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The Islamic term "Shahid" has significant cultural importance as it refers to an individual who lays down their life for the sake of Islam and faith, becoming a martyr. This title conveys courage, self-sacrifice, devotion, and dedication to their beliefs in the face of adversity. Shahids hold a strong symbolic and historical place within Islamic communities, as they are revered and regarded with great honor, often celebrated and remembered in the months following their death, particularly during martyrs' commemoration events. Their stories of valor and commitment continue to inspire future generations.
The term "Shahid" carries a profound spiritual meaning. At its core, it refers to someone who bears witness to the truth – the fundamental tenets of Islam – and, as a result, spreads the message of peace, love, and submission to God. In this sense, anyone who lives their life embodying these teachings and striving for truthfulness can be considered a spiritual "Shahid." However, attaining the title of a martyr holds deep spiritual significance due to the supreme act of self-sacrifice. Ultimately, being a Shahid transcends worldly life and leads to eternal peace and prosperity in the hereafter.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Khaldun describes Shahid as the leader of the Banu Hilal tribe in the 11th century. The name Shahid carried significant weight in that era.

11th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Shahid

Witness, one who bears testimony or observes something

🇵🇰Urdu

شاہد

شاہد وہ شخص ہوتا ہے جو کسی چیز کا مشاہدہ کرتا ہے یا گواہی دیتا ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

شاهد

الشاهد هو الذي يشهد على شيء ما أو يقدم شهادة

🇮🇳Hindi

शाहिद

शाहिद वह व्यक्ति होता है जो किसी चीज़ का साक्षी होता है या गवाही देता है

🇦🇫Pashto

شاهد

شاهد هغه څوک دی چی کوم شیء ګوري یا شاهدي ورکړي

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