Athar
Athar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Purest, most pure”.
| Meaning | Purest, most pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أطهر |
| Pronunciation | UT-har |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Athar
Among South Asian Muslims, Athar usually stands for the Arabic aṭhar, meaning 'purer' or 'the purest', from the root ṭ-h-r, which is about cleanliness and purity. There is also an unrelated Arabic name, athar (أثر), that means 'trace' or 'tradition', so parents might have either in mind when they choose it. In its 'most pure' sense, the name has a long history among Muslims in Pakistan and India, where Ather is another common spelling.
Is Athar a Muslim name?
Athar is an Arabic Muslim name, usually meaning most pure. The word occurs in 'that is more virtuous for you and purer (aṭhar)' (Quran 2:232).
How popular is Athar?
It is used in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Athar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Athar mean?
Athar means 'Purest, most pure'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Athar a Muslim name?
Athar is an Arabic Muslim name, usually meaning most pure. The word occurs in 'that is more virtuous for you and purer (aṭhar)' (Quran 2:232).
How do you pronounce Athar?
Athar is pronounced UT-har.
Is Athar a boy or girl name?
Athar is usually a boy name.