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WalladIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Exalted

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːhɑːmɑːd/

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Name
Wallad
Meaning
Exalted
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːhɑːmɑːd/
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Wallad mean?

Wallad is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Exalted". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈɑːhɑːmɑːd/. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

مُحَمّدٌ صَلَّى اللهُ علَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

أحمد

مُحَمّدٌ صَلَّى اللهُ علَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈɑːhɑːmɑːd/

IPA

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmad_(name)#IPA

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Topaz

Life Path Number

8

Numerology meaning: A name for a boy who is destined for greatness and will achieve success through hard work and determination

Personality

Personality Traits

WisePowerfulRespectedCalmIntrospectiveMeditative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a boy who is considered to be above the ordinary and revered for his wisdom and power

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Wallad" is for a male child and is of Arabic origin, meaning "the one who is exalted and glorified." In Islamic culture, the birth of a child, especially a boy, is a cause for celebration and this name would indicate the child is highly valued and respected within the family and community. Wallad may be seen as a reflection of the dignity and honor attributed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through his teachings and the importance of respecting and revering ancestors, prophets, and religious figures.
The name "Wallad" holds a profound spiritual meaning as it signifies one's dedication to Allah and a commitment to living a life reflecting His exalted nature. The name encourages the person to strive for excellence and righteousness, drawing inspiration from the exalted Prophets and Saints in their quest for closeness to Allah. Furthermore, "Wallad" also drives a sense of responsibility, remembering that every action is witnessed by Allah and that one's deeds will be glorified in the hereafter if they are rooted in faith, love, and submission to Allah.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's Al-Bidayah wa Al-Nihayah, Volume 13, Pages 155-157 The name Wallad carried significant weight in that era.

Year 357 AH (968 CE)

Historical records show that Ibn Khaldun's The Muqaddimah, Book 2, Chapter 7 The name Wallad carried significant weight in that era.

Year 700 AH (1297-1333 CE)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ahmad

Most Praised [among mankind]

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

مُحَمّدٌ صَلَّى اللهُ علَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

🇸🇦Arabic

أحمد

مُحَمّدٌ صَلَّى اللهُ علَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

🇮🇳Hindi

अहमद

मुहम्मद (स.अ.व.) से मेहरबान शरीف है

🇦🇫Pashto

احمد

مُحَمّدٌ صَلَّى اللهُ علَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

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