Azhar
Azhar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Most radiant, luminous”.
| Meaning | Most radiant, luminous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أزهر |
| Pronunciation | AZ-har |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Azhar
Azhar means 'brightest' or 'most radiant', a superlative built from the root z-h-r, which links shining with blossoming. The name is famous thanks to al-Azhar in Cairo, a mosque and centre of learning founded in the tenth century and named for Fāṭima al-Zahrāʾ, the Prophet's daughter. Azhar is particularly popular for boys in Pakistan, India and Malaysia, and Azher and Azharuddin are related forms.
Is Azhar a Muslim name?
Azhar is an Arabic Muslim name meaning most radiant, well known through al-Azhar University.
How popular is Azhar?
It is common in Pakistan, India, Malaysia and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Azhar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azhar mean?
Azhar means 'Most radiant, luminous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Azhar a Muslim name?
Azhar is an Arabic Muslim name meaning most radiant, well known through al-Azhar University.
How do you pronounce Azhar?
Azhar is pronounced AZ-har.
Is Azhar a boy or girl name?
Azhar is usually a boy name.