Boy name
Mahdi name meaning
“guided toward the right path”
Mahdi is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning “guided toward the right path.” Its source is mahdī, a passive form of the Arabic verb hadā, “to guide.” The name is also associated with the title al-Mahdi in Islamic tradition, giving it an additional context of use.
What does Mahdi mean?
The ending -di occurs in names with different origins, such as Budi, Hadi, and Effendi. It has no shared meaning of its own; each complete name needs its own explanation. More boy names ending in -di →
Origin and cultural usage of Mahdi
From Arabic mahdī, a passive form of hadā, to guide. It is also associated with the title al-Mahdi in Islamic tradition.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Mahdi in Islam and the Quran
Mahdi does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Mahdi
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mahdi, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Mahdi as a first name
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Mahdi Taqwa
Interpretation
May guidance toward truth accompany awareness of and obedience to God.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Taqwa: God-consciousness and devotion
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Interpretation
May guidance preserve religious purity and bring harmony and prosperity.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Afifuddin: one who is chaste in religion
- Rafa: harmony and well-being
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Interpretation
May guidance lead toward becoming better, pictured as a gentle shimmer.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Ahsan: better, best
- Rafif: a shimmer or gentle flutter
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Interpretation
A picture of an accepting knocker guided toward the right path.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
- Thariq: one who knocks; nighttime visitor
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Interpretation
May guidance preserve religious purity and bring a sense of joy.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Afifuddin: one who is chaste in religion
- Sururi: associated with joy
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Mahdi Rasya
Interpretation
A picture of a young gazelle guided along the right path.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Rasya: a young gazelle
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Mahdi Sadik
Interpretation
May guidance lead toward becoming an honest and trustworthy person.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
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Mahdi Bagir
Interpretation
May guidance toward truth accompany the continued deepening of knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Bagir: one who delves into knowledge
Mahdi as a middle name
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Interpretation
May good fortune and capability accompany guidance toward the right path.Meaning of each word
- Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Qodir: capable, powerful
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Interpretation
May guidance toward truth be accompanied by joy and strong determination.Meaning of each word
- Sururi: associated with joy
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
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Interpretation
May a source of hope receive guidance toward the right path.Meaning of each word
- Ainul: eye or spring, a compound element
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Raji: one who hopes
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Interpretation
A picture of a night journey guided toward truth and completeness.Meaning of each word
- Isra: journey by night
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Tamami: perfection, completeness
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Interpretation
May guidance help reason and thoughtful judgment lead toward goodness.Meaning of each word
- Agil: intelligent and capable of sound judgment
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Khoir: goodness, something good
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Interpretation
May guidance encourage holding to truth and offering help to others.Meaning of each word
- Haq: truth, that which is right
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Rafid: one who helps or supports
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Interpretation
May acceptance and guidance accompany a life associated with oneness.Meaning of each word
- Radi: content, satisfied or accepting
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Wahidi: associated with the one
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Interpretation
May guidance toward the right path accompany joy and beauty.Meaning of each word
- Farhan: joyful, delighted
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
- Gamal: beauty, loveliness
Mahdi as a last name
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Rafa Mahdi
Interpretation
May guidance along the right path accompany harmony and prosperity.Meaning of each word
- Rafa: harmony and well-being
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Interpretation
A picture of a guided judge accompanied by imagery of fragrant plants.Meaning of each word
- Faishol: arbiter or distinguisher
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Aiman Mahdi
Interpretation
May good fortune accompany guidance along the path of truth.Meaning of each word
- Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Kausar Mahdi
Interpretation
May guidance toward truth be accompanied by ever abundant goodness.Meaning of each word
- Kausar: abundant goodness
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Sadik Mahdi
Interpretation
May honesty and trustworthiness grow through guidance along the right path.Meaning of each word
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Faza Mahdi
Interpretation
May success accompany continued guidance along the path of truth.Meaning of each word
- Faza: to win, succeed
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Interpretation
May provisions and varied knowledge be accompanied by guidance toward truth.Meaning of each word
- Rezky: sustenance, provision for life
- Ulum: sciences, branches of knowledge
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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Interpretation
May guidance accompany patience, with roses offering an image for the name.Meaning of each word
- Wardi: rose-like or rose-colored
- Sabir: patient, persevering through hardship
- Mahdi: guided toward the right path
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How to pronounce Mahdi
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mahdi/ |
| Arabic script | مهدي |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦃꦢꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮂᮓᮤ |
Is Mahdi a boy’s name?
Yes, Mahdi is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Mahdi ranks #693 among boy names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mahdi
Names with related meanings
- Nurdin♂Light of the faith
- Iman♂Faith, belief in God
- Zainuddin♂Adornment of the faith
- Muslim♂One who submits to God
- Ilyas♂My God is Yahweh
- Christian♂Follower of Christ's teachings
- Burhanuddin♂Proof of the faith's truth
- Hasanuddin♂Beauty of the faith
- Huda♂Guidance toward the right path
- Syarifuddin♂Nobility of the faith
- Syamsuddin♂Sun symbolizing the light of faith
- Baharuddin♂Ocean of the faith
Famous people named Mahdi
- Mahdi · b. 1973
- H. Mahdi Soroinda Nasution · b. 1949
- M. Mahdi Al-Atas
- Mahdi
- Mahdi · b. 1964
- Mahdi · b. 1970
- Mahdi Abrar · b. 1962
- Mahdi Basyah · b. 1966
- Mahdi Haya · b. 1967
- Mahdi Husen · b. 1967
- Mahdi Jasim · b. 1981
- Mahdi Jufri · b. 1960
FAQ about the name Mahdi
What is the meaning of Mahdi?
Mahdi means guided toward the right path. From Arabic mahdī, a passive form of hadā, to guide. It is also associated with the title al-Mahdi in Islamic tradition.
Is Mahdi a boy’s name?
Yes, Mahdi is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mahdi?
Mahdi is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Mahdi in the Quran?
Mahdi does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Mahdi have?
Mahdi has 2 syllables (Mah-di) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Mahdi?
Mahdi ranks #693 among boy names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mahdi?
Some ideas: Mahdi Taqwa; Aiman Mahdi Qodir; Rafa Mahdi.
Famous people named Mahdi?
Notable people named Mahdi include Mahdi, H. Mahdi Soroinda Nasution, M. Mahdi Al-Atas.
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