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WadoodIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Loving, Friendly

Pronunciation: wa-dood

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Name
Wadood
Meaning
Loving, Friendly
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
wa-dood
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Wadood mean?

Wadood is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Loving". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: wa-dood. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

ودود

اللہ کا نام، محبت کرنے والا، پیارا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

ودود

اسم الله الحسنى، محب، حبيب، عاشق

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

wa-dood

IPA

/wæˈduːd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

RedPink

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and emotional

Personality

Personality Traits

LoveKindnessCompassionGenerosityUnderstandingSelflessness

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that signifies a person who is full of love and kindness towards all creation

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Wadood" represents the Islamic virtues of kindness, love and being friendly to others. In Islamic culture, these values are highly cherished and form the foundation of building strong relationships both in personal and communal life. The name "Wadood" serves as a reminder for Muslims to embody these qualities and contribute to creating a harmonious and peaceful society.
From a spiritual perspective, the name "Wadood" is a reflection of the God-given nature of being compassionate and caring towards others. It is an invitation and reminder for the bearer of this name to strive towards love, kindness and generosity, not just towards humans, but towards all creation. By embodying these qualities, we reflect the great mercy and compassion of Allah and partake in the ongoing process of creating a beautiful and loving world, both in this life and the next.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Hisham, Sirat Rasul Allah, p. 499 The name Wadood carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Wadood

One of Allah's names, loving, beloved

🇵🇰Urdu

ودود

اللہ کا نام، محبت کرنے والا، پیارا

🇸🇦Arabic

ودود

اسم الله الحسنى، محب، حبيب، عاشق

🇮🇳Hindi

वदूद

अल्लाह का नाम, प्रेम करने वाला, प्रिय

🇦🇫Pashto

ودود

د الله نوم، مینه کوونکی، ګران

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