قمر

Kamar

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Kamar is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic, spelling of Qamar origin, meaning “The moon”.

MeaningThe moon
GenderUnisex
OriginArabic, spelling of Qamar
Written asقمر
PronunciationKA-mar
TraditionMuslim
Used inEast Africa, Pakistan, India, Turkey

Meaning and origin of Kamar

Where the Arabic q is written as k, Qamar, the moon, becomes Kamar. That spelling appears in East Africa, in parts of South Asia, and in Turkey as Kamer. Arabic and Urdu poets often hold up the moon as a picture of beauty. Qamar is given to boys and girls alike, and Sura 54 of the Quran bears the title al-Qamar. Its soft sound and bright image make it a lasting favourite.

Is Kamar a Muslim name?

The moon is a Quranic word and sign, sworn by in 'And by the moon when it follows it' (Quran 91:2).

How popular is Kamar?

It turns up in East Africa, South Asia and Turkey, although Qamar is the more usual spelling.

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Spellings and variants of Kamar

QamarKamerQamerKamaru

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kamar mean?

Kamar means 'The moon'. It is of Arabic, spelling of Qamar origin.

Is Kamar a Muslim name?

The moon is a Quranic word and sign, sworn by in 'And by the moon when it follows it' (Quran 91:2).

How do you pronounce Kamar?

Kamar is pronounced KA-mar.

Is Kamar a boy or girl name?

Kamar is used for both boys and girls.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.