Ithaar
Ithaar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Selflessness, putting others first”.
| Meaning | Selflessness, putting others first |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | إيثار |
| Pronunciation | ee-THAAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Ithaar
Islam treasures the virtue of īthār, choosing to put someone else's needs ahead of your own, and Ithaar is that word as a name. Its root is about preferring and favouring. Early accounts describe the Ansar of Madinah living this out, opening their homes and sharing their wealth with the Muslims who arrived from Makkah. Urdu and Persian speakers pronounce the word Isar.
Is Ithaar a Muslim name?
Ithaar holds up selfless generosity as an ideal for a child. The Quran praises those who 'give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
How popular is Ithaar?
Arab families, especially in Iraq, use this form, while South Asians say Isar or Isaar.
Gifts with the name Ithaar
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Spellings and variants of Ithaar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ithaar mean?
Ithaar means 'Selflessness, putting others first'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ithaar a Muslim name?
Ithaar holds up selfless generosity as an ideal for a child. The Quran praises those who 'give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
How do you pronounce Ithaar?
Ithaar is pronounced ee-THAAR.
Is Ithaar a boy or girl name?
Ithaar is usually a boy name.