Altair
Altair is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (star name) origin, meaning “The flyer; a bright star”.
| Meaning | The flyer; a bright star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (star name) |
| Written as | الطائر |
| Pronunciation | al-TAH-ir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
Meaning and origin of Altair
Altair is the brightest star of the constellation Aquila. Its name goes back to the Arabic phrase al-nasr al-ṭāʾir, 'the flying eagle', from a root meaning 'to fly'. Medieval astronomers cut the phrase down to al-ṭāʾir, and Europeans spelled it Altair. It is one of many Arabic star names still used in astronomy today, though Muslim families rarely give it to their children.
Is Altair a Muslim name?
Altair is Arabic and its meaning is fine, but it is the name of a star, not a customary Muslim given name. For a familiar Islamic name with a star theme, families might consider Najm or Saqib.
How popular is Altair?
Altair is known mainly as a star and only occasionally used as a first name in the West.
Gifts with the name Altair
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Spellings and variants of Altair
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Altair mean?
Altair means 'The flyer; a bright star'. It is of Arabic (star name) origin.
Is Altair a Muslim name?
Altair is Arabic and its meaning is fine, but it is the name of a star, not a customary Muslim given name. For a familiar Islamic name with a star theme, families might consider Najm or Saqib.
How do you pronounce Altair?
Altair is pronounced al-TAH-ir.
Is Altair a boy or girl name?
Altair is usually a boy name.