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Fida

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Meaning

Sacrifice

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic فدا
Urdu فدا
Persian فیدا
Bengali ফিদা
Pashto فدا

Alternate Spellings

With its Arabic roots, Fida is a unique unisex choice carrying profound meaning. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Sacrifice', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Arabic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Fida is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Fida comes from the same Arabic root f-d-y as Fadi, meaning "to ransom" or "redeem." It is translated as "sacrifice."

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic root ف-د-ي (f-d-y, 'to ransom, sacrifice'). Fida means 'self-sacrifice, redemption.'

Quranic Connection

From fidya ('ransom'); the Quran says of the sacrifice offered in place of Ibrahim's son, 'And We ransomed him with a great sacrifice' (37:107).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.