A little guidance. A lot of heart.
Arabic

Jihad

جهاد

Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense

Boy names

Meaning of Jihad

Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense

About the name Jihad

Jihad is recorded here as a Arabic name with the concise meaning “Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense.”

At a glance

Usage
Boy names
Origin
Arabic
First Arabic letter
ج
Arabic letters
4
Pronunciation guide
Jihad

How to write and say Jihad

In Arabic
جهاد
In Latin letters
Jihad

This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.

Why consider the name Jihad?

  • Jihad is recorded here as a Arabic name with the concise meaning “Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense.”
  • Say it with the family name and choose one official spelling before registration.

Sources & further reading

Wiktionary · جهاد ↗

Questions about Jihad

What does Jihad mean?

Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense

How do you write Jihad in Arabic and Latin letters?

The forms shown here are جهاد in Arabic and Jihad in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.

Are there other spellings of Jihad?

We have not recorded a verified alternative spelling yet. Transliteration can still vary between languages.

How is Jihad pronounced?

Our approximate guide is Jihad. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.

What does Jihad mean?

Striving or effort, especially in a religious sense This is a concise linguistic summary; references may use nearby wording or add context.

How can Jihad be written in Latin letters?

The form shown here is Jihad. Choose the spelling that fits official records.