Religious/Virtue
Fida
FEE-dah
Pronunciation: FEE-dah
الفداء، التضحية
Boy Rare
Origin
Arabic, with prominent Bengali Muslim usage
Meaning
Sacrifice, ransom, devoted
Thematic Cluster
Names of Sacrifice and Devotion
Islamic Status
Rare in Persian contexts, traditional in Bengali Islam
Verification
Needs Review
Quality Score
Not scored
Religious Confidence
Not scored
Letters
4
Meaning Urdu
قربانی، فدا، جانثاری
Meaning Arabic
الفداء، التضحية
Qur'anic / Islamic Reference
2:184
Fida (فدا) derives from the Arabic root f-d-y, meaning to ransom, redeem, or sacrifice. While used across the Muslim world, it holds particular resonance in Bengali Islamic culture, where it symbolizes ultimate devotion (fida'i). In Persian literary traditions, the concept appears in poetry (e.g., Hafez's themes of self-sacrifice), though rare as a birth name. The name reflects the Quranic concept of fidya (redemption). Historically, it appears in Persianate Bengal's Sufi literature. Related names include [[Qurban]] (sacrificial) and [[Wafadar]] (loyal).
FAQs
Is Fida a Persian name?
While Arabic in origin, Fida has been used in Persian-influenced regions including Bengal, though it is rare in modern Iran.
What is the meaning of Fida in Bengali culture?
In Bengali Muslim culture, Fida represents selfless devotion and sacrifice for faith or beloved, often used in Sufi poetry.
Is Fida mentioned in the Quran?
The root word appears in the Quran (2:184) regarding fidya (ransom for fasting), though not as a personal name.
Is Fida a boy or girl name?
Fida is traditionally a masculine name but can be considered unisex in some South Asian contexts.
How rare is the name Fida?
It is very rare in Persian-speaking Iran but has moderate traditional usage in Bangladesh and parts of India.