Baqir
Baqir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who opens up knowledge, deeply learned”.
| Meaning | One who opens up knowledge, deeply learned |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | باقر |
| Pronunciation | BAA-qir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Baqir
Baqir comes from the Arabic root b-q-r, which means to cut open or examine something closely. It became famous as the title of Muhammad al-Bāqir, who died around 114 AH; he was the son of ʿAlī Zayn al-ʿĀbidīn and a great-grandson of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. People called him Bāqir al-ʿIlm because he laid knowledge open for others. Sunnis honour him as a scholar, and Shia Muslims revere him as their fifth Imam.
Is Baqir a Muslim name?
Baqir is an Islamic name that recalls Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, one of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ descendants, and it is especially loved among Shia Muslims.
How popular is Baqir?
Shia families in Iraq, Pakistan and India use it widely, and in Iran it usually appears as Bagher.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baqir mean?
Baqir means 'One who opens up knowledge, deeply learned'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Baqir a Muslim name?
Baqir is an Islamic name that recalls Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, one of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ descendants, and it is especially loved among Shia Muslims.
How do you pronounce Baqir?
Baqir is pronounced BAA-qir.
Is Baqir a boy or girl name?
Baqir is usually a boy name.