Shaheeda is an elegant and distinctive given name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'shaheed', which means 'witness'. In Islam, a shaheed is someone who dies as a martyr in the cause of Allah. The name Shaheeda is often associated with strength, courage, and devotion. It is typically bestowed upon females and is considered to be quite rare, adding to its uniqueness and appeal.
The name Shaheeda saw a notable increase in popularity between 1979 and 1990, with only six births recorded in the former year and five more recorded in the latter, amounting to a total of eleven births over that period.