Ahmadi
|Ah-ma-di|
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/ɑːˈmɑːdi/
member of Ahmadiyya
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Ahmadi' originates from Arabic, specifically the name 'Ahmad,' which is another name for the Prophet Muhammad, meaning 'most commendable.'
Historical Evolution
'Ahmad' was adopted by the followers of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, who founded the Ahmadiyya movement in the 19th century, and eventually became the term 'Ahmadi' to denote its members.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to followers of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, a religious movement founded in the late 19th century in India.
The Ahmadi community has a strong presence in several countries.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/05 07:36