Nazar
Nazar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, via Persian and Turkic origin, meaning “Sight, gaze, regard”.
| Meaning | Sight, gaze, regard |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, via Persian and Turkic |
| Written as | نظر |
| Pronunciation | nah-ZAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Central Asia, Afghanistan, Caucasus |
Meaning and origin of Nazar
Nazar comes from the Arabic naẓar, meaning a look, a gaze or careful thought. The root n-ẓ-r is about seeing and considering. Persian added the idea of a kindly, approving glance, while Turkish and Urdu speakers use 'nazar' for the evil eye. As a boys' name it is most popular in Central Asia, Afghanistan and the Caucasus, where it is valued as a word of watchful care; Nazer and Nozar are related forms.
Is Nazar a Muslim name?
Nazar is given as a Muslim name above all in Central Asia and Afghanistan, and it rests on an Arabic word for looking and regard.
How popular is Nazar?
Nazar is most common in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Afghanistan.
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Spellings and variants of Nazar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nazar mean?
Nazar means 'Sight, gaze, regard'. It is of Arabic, via Persian and Turkic origin.
Is Nazar a Muslim name?
Nazar is given as a Muslim name above all in Central Asia and Afghanistan, and it rests on an Arabic word for looking and regard.
How do you pronounce Nazar?
Nazar is pronounced nah-ZAR.
Is Nazar a boy or girl name?
Nazar is usually a boy name.