Cihad

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Boy

Meaning

Struggle

Origin

Turkish

Global Spellings

Arabic جهاد
Persian جهاد
Turkish Cihat
Bengali সিহাদ
Pashto سيهاد

Alternate Spellings

The name Cihad is a classic masculine title rooted in Turkish tradition. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Struggle', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Turkish regions, Cihad has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Cihad, a Turkish spelling of Jihad, comes from the Arabic root j-h-d, meaning “to strive” or exert effort. It is translated as “struggle,” referring broadly to striving in the way of Allah.