Ghazanfar
Ghazanfar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, used in Persian and Urdu origin, meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, used in Persian and Urdu |
| Written as | غضنفر |
| Pronunciation | gha-ZAN-far |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, India |
Meaning and origin of Ghazanfar
Ghazanfar is an old Arabic word for a lion, and especially a big, fearsome one. Persian and Urdu borrowed it, pronouncing the Arabic d as z, and in those languages it became a name standing for courage. Families in Afghanistan and Pakistan give it most often. Pairings such as Ghazanfar Ali or Ghazanfar Abbas echo the lion imagery used for Ali ibn Abi Talib.
Is Ghazanfar a Muslim name?
Muslims in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran give Ghazanfar, an Arabic word for lion, as a sign of bravery.
How popular is Ghazanfar?
Ghazanfar is common in Pakistan and Afghanistan, and the Turkish form is Gazanfer.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghazanfar mean?
Ghazanfar means 'Lion'. It is of Arabic, used in Persian and Urdu origin.
Is Ghazanfar a Muslim name?
Muslims in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran give Ghazanfar, an Arabic word for lion, as a sign of bravery.
How do you pronounce Ghazanfar?
Ghazanfar is pronounced gha-ZAN-far.
Is Ghazanfar a boy or girl name?
Ghazanfar is usually a boy name.