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Name Origin

Mahdi is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'guided one' or 'rightly guided'. It is a title traditionally given to a future messianic figure in Islamic eschatology who will usher in an era of justice and peace.

arabicislamicmessianicguidedjusticepeacereligious

Famous People

Mahdi al-Mashadani (1968-)

Shia cleric and politician

  • Played a key role in the Iraqi Shia insurgency against the US occupation following the 2003 invasion.
  • Leader of the Promised Day Movement.

Mahdi Chamran (1948-1981)

Iranian politician and revolutionary

  • Served as the Minister of Defense during the Iran-Iraq War.
  • Key figure in the Iranian Revolution.

Mahdi Abdul-Rahman (1958-)

Somali politician and businessman

  • Served as the Minister of Finance for Somalia.
  • Known for his business acumen and philanthropic work.

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