Jareer
Jareer is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Rope, halter”.
| Meaning | Rope, halter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جرير |
| Pronunciation | ja-REER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Iraq, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Jareer
A jarīr, in old Arabic, is the rope or halter used to lead a camel, from a root about pulling and dragging. That is why older books gloss the name as 'one who pulls'. Jareer is a common spelling of it. Early Islam knew a Companion named Jarīr ibn ʿAbdullāh al-Bajalī, and the Umayyad era produced Jarīr, one of the finest Arabic poets.
Is Jareer a Muslim name?
Muslims know Jareer through the Companion Jarir ibn Abdullah al-Bajali. It remains in use in the Gulf, Iraq and the Levant.
How popular is Jareer?
Gulf, Iraqi and Levantine families are its main users.
Gifts with the name Jareer
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Spellings and variants of Jareer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jareer mean?
Jareer means 'Rope, halter'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jareer a Muslim name?
Muslims know Jareer through the Companion Jarir ibn Abdullah al-Bajali. It remains in use in the Gulf, Iraq and the Levant.
How do you pronounce Jareer?
Jareer is pronounced ja-REER.
Is Jareer a boy or girl name?
Jareer is usually a boy name.