Haydar
Haydar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “The lion”.
| Meaning | The lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حيدر |
| Pronunciation | HAY-dar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Haydar
Haydar is an old Arabic word meaning lion. It became a celebrated title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, who declared at the battle of Khaybar that he was the one his mother had named Ḥaydara. Because of this link to ʿAlī, Muslims of both the Shia and Sunni traditions hold the name dear. It is widespread in Iraq, Turkey and Iran, and it carries a clear sense of courage.
Is Haydar a Muslim name?
Haydar means lion and is a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, which gives it lasting honour among Muslims.
How popular is Haydar?
It is common in Turkey, Iraq, Iran and Azerbaijan, and in Pakistan as Haider.
Gifts with the name Haydar
- Haydar name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Haydar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Haydar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haydar mean?
Haydar means 'The lion'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haydar a Muslim name?
Haydar means lion and is a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, which gives it lasting honour among Muslims.
How do you pronounce Haydar?
Haydar is pronounced HAY-dar.
Is Haydar a boy or girl name?
Haydar is usually a boy name.