Waheed
Meaning of Waheed
Waheed is a male name of Arabic origin. It is pronounced as wah-HEED (/wɑˈhiːd/). The name Waheed is a variation of the name Wahid. In terms of popularity, Waheed has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States over the years, with occasional fluctuations in occurrence. Despite not being among the most commonly chosen names, Waheed holds a sense of uniqueness and individuality for those who choose it for their child. Its Arabic origins give it an exotic and intriguing quality that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as wah-HEED (/wɑˈhiːd/)
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Notable People Named Waheed
| Waheed Murad, also known as the Chocolate Hero, was a renowned Pakistani film actor, producer, and scriptwriter, celebrated for his charming expressions, attractive personality, and exceptional acting talent, making him one of the most influential actors in South Asia. |
| Waheed Arian is a British doctor and radiologist, born in Afghanistan, who founded the telemedicine charity Arian Teleheal, enabling doctors in conflict zones and low-resource countries to receive advice from volunteer specialists using smartphones. |
| Lieutenant General Waheed Arshad is a retired three-star general in the Pakistan Army who served as the Chief of General Staff at the General Headquarters and as the chief Army spokesman heading the Inter Services Public Relations. |
| Waheed Karim is a former Afghan long-distance runner with national records in the marathon and the 5,000 meters. |
