Haris
Haris is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Guardian, watchman”.
| Meaning | Guardian, watchman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حارس |
| Pronunciation | HAA-ris |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Balkans, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Haris
Haris, Ḥāris in Arabic, means a guardian or someone who keeps watch. In Bosnia it ranks among the most popular names for boys. In Pakistan and India the same spelling also stands for Ḥārith, ploughman. That is because the Arabic letter ث is pronounced s in Urdu, so the two names often blend together and many families think of them as one.
Is Haris a Muslim name?
Haris is an Arabic Muslim name meaning guardian, and in South Asia it doubles as a form of the Companion name Harith.
How popular is Haris?
Haris is very common in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haris mean?
Haris means 'Guardian, watchman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haris a Muslim name?
Haris is an Arabic Muslim name meaning guardian, and in South Asia it doubles as a form of the Companion name Harith.
How do you pronounce Haris?
Haris is pronounced HAA-ris.
Is Haris a boy or girl name?
Haris is usually a boy name.