Hadi: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahd-ee
Origin: Jordan
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Leader

The name Hadi, meaning "leader" or "guide" in Arabic, originates from the Arabic scriptures. It is derived from the Arabic triconsonantal root ه د ي, which means "to lead someone in the right direction. " This name is significant in Islamic culture, as Al-Hadi is one of the 99 names of God, emphasizing His role as the ultimate guide and source of guidance for humanity. The name Hadi has been used as both a given name and surname, reflecting its importance in both personal and religious contexts. Its popularity has fluctuated over time, but it remains a culturally and spiritually enriched name.

Hadi Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hadi is currently #3337 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Hadi is currently #1483 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Hadi is currently #1610 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Hadi is currently #732 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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