Bandar
Bandar is a Muslim boy name of Persian, used in Arabic origin, meaning “Harbour, port town”.
| Meaning | Harbour, port town |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian, used in Arabic |
| Written as | بندر |
| Pronunciation | BUN-dar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Bandar
Bandar is the Persian term for a port or harbour. It appears in place names like Bandar Abbas and Bandar Seri Begawan. Arabic took the word in, and in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf it turned into a popular boys' name, carried by figures such as Prince Bandar bin Sultan. It has no Arabic root, yet it feels completely at home in Gulf naming.
Is Bandar a Muslim name?
In Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, Bandar is a common Muslim name, though it comes from Persian rather than Arabic and means port or harbour.
How popular is Bandar?
It is very common in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the other Gulf states.
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Spellings and variants of Bandar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bandar mean?
Bandar means 'Harbour, port town'. It is of Persian, used in Arabic origin.
Is Bandar a Muslim name?
In Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, Bandar is a common Muslim name, though it comes from Persian rather than Arabic and means port or harbour.
How do you pronounce Bandar?
Bandar is pronounced BUN-dar.
Is Bandar a boy or girl name?
Bandar is usually a boy name.