Qadir
Qadir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Capable, powerful”.
| Meaning | Capable, powerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | قادر |
| Pronunciation | KAH-dir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Turkey, North Africa, India |
Meaning and origin of Qadir
Qadir, or Qādir, describes someone with the ability and power to act. Al-Qādir is among the Beautiful Names of God, so the classic Islamic form of the name is ʿAbd al-Qādir. That form belonged to ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī, the revered saint of Baghdad, and to the Algerian leader Emir Abdelkader. Turks use Kadir, and South Asian families often use Qadir on its own.
Is Qadir a Muslim name?
Qadir is an Arabic Muslim name tied to God's name Al-Qadir, most often used as Abdul Qadir; the divine name appears in 'Say, He is the One Able (al-Qādir) to send upon you punishment' (Quran 6:65).
How popular is Qadir?
Qadir is widespread across the Muslim world, with Kadir the Turkish form and Abdelkader common in North Africa.
Gifts with the name Qadir
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Spellings and variants of Qadir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qadir mean?
Qadir means 'Capable, powerful'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Qadir a Muslim name?
Qadir is an Arabic Muslim name tied to God's name Al-Qadir, most often used as Abdul Qadir; the divine name appears in 'Say, He is the One Able (al-Qādir) to send upon you punishment' (Quran 6:65).
How do you pronounce Qadir?
Qadir is pronounced KAH-dir.
Is Qadir a boy or girl name?
Qadir is usually a boy name.