Isaar
Isaar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Urdu pronunciation origin, meaning “Self-sacrifice, putting others first”.
| Meaning | Self-sacrifice, putting others first |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu pronunciation |
| Written as | ایثار |
| Pronunciation | ee-SAAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Isaar
In Arabic, īthār means choosing another person's good over your own, and Isaar is the way Urdu speakers pronounce it. The root is about preferring one thing to another. Urdu and Persian replace the Arabic 'th' with an 's' sound, so Ithar turns into Isar. The virtue is famously linked to the Ansar of Madinah, who gave generously to the newcomers from Makkah despite their own hardship.
Is Isaar a Muslim name?
Isaar names a virtue Islam praises highly, selfless generosity. The Quran commends the Ansar because 'they give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
How popular is Isaar?
Pakistanis, Indians and Iranians, who write it Isar, are its main users.
Gifts with the name Isaar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isaar mean?
Isaar means 'Self-sacrifice, putting others first'. It is of Arabic, Urdu pronunciation origin.
Is Isaar a Muslim name?
Isaar names a virtue Islam praises highly, selfless generosity. The Quran commends the Ansar because 'they give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
How do you pronounce Isaar?
Isaar is pronounced ee-SAAR.
Is Isaar a boy or girl name?
Isaar is usually a boy name.