Kabir
Kabir is a Hindu boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Great”.
| Meaning | Great |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | कबीर |
| Pronunciation | kuh-BEER |
| Tradition | Hindu, Muslim, Sikh |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Kabir
Kabir comes from the Arabic kabir, 'great' or 'big'; al-Kabir, 'the Great', is one of the names of God in Islam. It is best known through Kabir, the fifteenth-century poet-saint of Varanasi, whose plain-spoken verses criticised empty ritual in both Hinduism and Islam. Born into a Muslim weaver family, he is revered across faiths. The name has become a fashionable choice in modern India.
Is Kabir a Hindu name?
Kabir is respected by Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs alike; many of his hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, and the Kabir Panth community follows his teaching. In Islam al-Kabir is a divine name.
How popular is Kabir?
Popular among Indian families of all faiths and in the South Asian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Kabir
- Kabir name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kabir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kabir mean?
Kabir means 'Great'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kabir a Hindu name?
Kabir is respected by Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs alike; many of his hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, and the Kabir Panth community follows his teaching. In Islam al-Kabir is a divine name.
How do you pronounce Kabir?
Kabir is pronounced kuh-BEER.
Is Kabir a boy or girl name?
Kabir is usually a boy name.