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Arabic

Jihad

جهاد

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

Boy names

Meaning of Jihad

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

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.

What to check before choosing Jihad

  • This name’s meaning and cultural context still need independent editorial verification.
  • Compare جهاد in Arabic with Jihad in Latin letters across your family’s languages.
  • Try saying the name with your family name, and ask relatives how they would write and pronounce it.

Sources & further reading

Al-Adkar directory · جهاد

Questions about Jihad

What does Jihad mean?

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

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.