Male Name
Wadud
wa.ˈduːd
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
99 names of Allah
gods
kindness
love
virtues
Writing Systems
ودودArabic
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
50/100
Meaning & Etymology
The name Wadud means 'lover, affectionate' in Arabic, derived from the root ودّ (wadda) meaning 'to love'. In Islamic tradition, الودود (al-Wadūd) is one of the 99 names of Allah, signifying divine love and affection.
Etymology
Original Form:
ودّ (wadda)
Evolution:
From the Arabic root meaning 'to love', the name Wadud evolved to signify 'lover' or 'affectionate'.
Source:
Arabic language and Islamic tradition