Ghadeer
Ghadeer is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Brook, stream”.
| Meaning | Brook, stream |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | غدير |
| Pronunciation | gha-DEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Iraq, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Ghadeer
Ghadeer is a pool or small stream, the kind that rain or a flood leaves behind in the desert. The name is closely tied to Ghadir Khumm, an oasis on the road from Makkah where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ spoke to his Companions about Ali. Shia Muslims in particular commemorate that event every year. Ghadeer is a popular girls' name in Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Lebanon.
Is Ghadeer a Muslim name?
Its link to Ghadir Khumm gives Ghadeer, an Arabic name meaning stream, a special place among Muslim families.
How popular is Ghadeer?
Ghadeer is popular in Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Lebanon.
Gifts with the name Ghadeer
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ghadeer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghadeer mean?
Ghadeer means 'Brook, stream'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ghadeer a Muslim name?
Its link to Ghadir Khumm gives Ghadeer, an Arabic name meaning stream, a special place among Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Ghadeer?
Ghadeer is pronounced gha-DEER.
Is Ghadeer a boy or girl name?
Ghadeer is usually a girl name.