Qaisar
Qaisar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic / Persian, from Latin Caesar origin, meaning “Emperor, Caesar”.
| Meaning | Emperor, Caesar |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Persian, from Latin Caesar |
| Written as | قیصر |
| Pronunciation | KAI-sar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Qaisar
Qaisar, or Qayṣar, is the Arabic and Persian form of the Latin title Caesar. Early Islamic sources use it for the Byzantine emperor, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ famously wrote to Qayṣar Heraclius. Muslims in South Asia later adopted it as a given name with the sense of emperor. It shares its source with the German Kaiser and the Russian Tsar, all descended from the same Roman title.
Is Qaisar a Muslim name?
Qaisar is common among Muslim families in Pakistan and India, though it comes from Latin rather than an Arabic root; for an Arabic name with a similar royal sense, consider Malik or Sultan.
How popular is Qaisar?
Qaisar is most common among Muslims in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Qaisar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qaisar mean?
Qaisar means 'Emperor, Caesar'. It is of Arabic / Persian, from Latin Caesar origin.
Is Qaisar a Muslim name?
Qaisar is common among Muslim families in Pakistan and India, though it comes from Latin rather than an Arabic root; for an Arabic name with a similar royal sense, consider Malik or Sultan.
How do you pronounce Qaisar?
Qaisar is pronounced KAI-sar.
Is Qaisar a boy or girl name?
Qaisar is usually a boy name.