Sadi is a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "fortunate, lucky". It is derived from the Arabic root saʿida (سعد), which conveys happiness and good fortune. The name is used across the Arabic-speaking world and in Turkey, often in its variant form Sa'di. Notable Bearers The name Sadi has been borne by numerous notable individuals across different fields. In politics and diplomacy, Sadi Eldem (1910–1995) served as a Turkish diplomat, and Sadi Irmak (1904–1990) was a Turkish academic and politician who briefly served as Prime Minister. Other Turkish figures include Sadi Koçaş (1919–1998), a military officer and politician, and Sadi Güven (born 1955), a judge. In sports, Sadi Gülçelik (1929–1980) was a Turkish basketball player, while Sadi Schwerdt is a Brazilian footballer. The name also appears in the arts: Sadi Mohammad is a Bangladeshi singer and composer, and Sadi Celil Cengiz (born 1983) is a Turkish actor. French football player Sadi Dastarac (1888–1911) and Belgian jazz musician Fats Sadi (born Sadi Pol Lallemand, 1927–2009) further illustrate its cross-cultural reach. Cultural Significance Due to its positive meaning of fortune and happiness, Sadi is a favorable choice in Arabic and Turkish naming traditions. It is closely related to the feminine forms Saadia, Sa'dia, and Sadia, which share the same root. The variant Saadi has its own notable bearers, including Al-Saadi Gaddafi (born 1973), the Libyan footballer and son of Muammar Gaddafi. Meaning: Fortunate, lucky Origin: Arabic (root saʿida) Type: First name Usage regions: Arabic-speaking countries, Turkey