Abir
Abir is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Fragrance, scent of flowers”.
| Meaning | Fragrance, scent of flowers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبير |
| Pronunciation | ah-BEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Levant, Egypt, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Abir
Fragrance is the meaning of the Arabic word written Abir, from the root a-b-r. This is the spelling generally used in French-speaking countries and North Africa, while English speakers tend to write Abeer. In India and Bangladesh the same spelling also means coloured powder in Bengali, and in that setting it is frequently a boy's name, so families in those places may know it in both senses.
Is Abir a Muslim name?
Muslim families give it for its Arabic meaning, fragrance.
How popular is Abir?
Egypt, the Levant and North Africa use it widely, and it also appears in Bangladesh.
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Spellings and variants of Abir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abir mean?
Abir means 'Fragrance, scent of flowers'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abir a Muslim name?
Muslim families give it for its Arabic meaning, fragrance.
How do you pronounce Abir?
Abir is pronounced ah-BEER.
Is Abir a boy or girl name?
Abir is usually a girl name.