Naheed
Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Naheed
Naheed means "radiant" or "shining" and derives from Persian, with roots in the word for brightness or splendor.
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Etymology
Naheed means "radiant" or "shining" and derives from Persian, with roots in the word for brightness or splendor. The name is primarily used in Persian, Arabic, and South Asian Muslim communities, with historical prominence in Iran and among Persian-speaking populations.
Naheed currently ranks #10,210 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1985.
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