Boy name
Zahid name meaning
“ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures”
Zahid means ascetic or detached from worldly pleasures. It comes from Arabic zāhid and is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Its connection with zuhd, the practice of limiting attachment to material pleasures, supplies a concrete cultural association. Zahit is a related Turkish spelling.
What does Zahid mean?
Ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
In Turkish: dünya nimetlerine mesafeli; züht sahibi
Zahit names an ascetic ideal within Islamic thought, emphasizing reduced attachment to worldly pleasures. Turkish poetry often contrasts the zahit and the rind to explore different attitudes to life and devotion. The name derives from that historical concept without indicating a bearer’s beliefs or conduct.
Origin of the name Zahid
From Arabic zāhid, an agent noun associated with zuhd, meaning asceticism or detachment from worldly pleasures.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
Double names with Zahid
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Zahid Mahmut
Meaning of each name
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
- Mahmut: praised; spoken of with praise
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Michael Zahid
Meaning of each name
- Michael: Who is like God?
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
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Zahid Gani
Meaning of each name
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
- Gani: wealthy; abundant; free of need
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Selahattin Zahid
Meaning of each name
- Selahattin: righteousness of the faith; soundness of religion
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
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Zahid Himmet
Meaning of each name
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
- Himmet: earnest effort, aspiration; support and assistance
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Feyzi Zahid
Meaning of each name
- Feyzi: relating to abundance, blessing, or inspiration
- Zahid: ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures
Double names found in TÜİK’s newborn lists: Muhammed Zahid.
How to pronounce Zahid
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /zahid/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | زاهد |
Is Zahid a boy’s name?
Yes, Zahid is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Zahid does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 5 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Spellings and similar names
The same name in other spellings (e.g. Ahmet and Ahmed):
Names that sound like Zahid
Names with related meanings
- Ramazan♂The ninth lunar month, observed through fasting
- Abdullah♂Servant of God
- Abdulkadir♂Servant of the All-Powerful
- Abdurrahman♂Servant of the Most Merciful
- Akif♂Steadfastly devoted
- Ferhat♂Hero of the Ferhat and Şirin story
- Abdülhamid♂Servant of God, the Praiseworthy
- Emrullah♂God's command or decree
- Aliyar♂Friend or companion of Ali
- Veli♂Guardian, friend
- İslam♂Submission to God
- Hamdi♂Connected with praise and thanksgiving
FAQ about the name Zahid
What is the meaning of Zahid?
Zahid means “ascetic; detached from worldly pleasures”. From Arabic zāhid, an agent noun associated with zuhd, meaning asceticism or detachment from worldly pleasures.
Is Zahid a boy’s name?
Yes, Zahid is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Zahid in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Zahid nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Zahid?
Zahid is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Zahid have?
Zahid has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Zahid?
Zahid does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 5 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
What are other spellings of Zahid?
Other spellings: Zahit.
What names go well with Zahid?
Some ideas: Zahid Mahmut; Michael Zahid; Zahid Gani.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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