Bobur
Bobur is a Muslim boy name of Uzbek form of Persian Babur origin, meaning “The tiger”.
| Meaning | The tiger |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Uzbek form of Persian Babur |
| Written as | بابر |
| Pronunciation | boh-BOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Bobur
Bobur is how Uzbeks pronounce Bābur, a name drawn from the Persian babr, tiger. It owes its fame to Ẓahīr al-Dīn Muḥammad Bābur, who lived from 1483 to 1530. A native of the Fergana Valley, he went on to establish the Mughal dynasty in India and left behind a celebrated autobiography, the Baburnama. Uzbekistan honours him as a national hero, and the name is very popular there.
Is Bobur a Muslim name?
Bobur is a Persian-origin name used by Muslim families, especially in Uzbekistan, in honour of Babur, the Muslim founder of the Mughal Empire.
How popular is Bobur?
Hugely popular in Uzbekistan, with Babar and Babur used in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Bobur
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Spellings and variants of Bobur
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bobur mean?
Bobur means 'The tiger'. It is of Uzbek form of Persian Babur origin.
Is Bobur a Muslim name?
Bobur is a Persian-origin name used by Muslim families, especially in Uzbekistan, in honour of Babur, the Muslim founder of the Mughal Empire.
How do you pronounce Bobur?
Bobur is pronounced boh-BOOR.
Is Bobur a boy or girl name?
Bobur is usually a boy name.