Tahiru
Tahiru is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “Pure and virtuous”.
| Meaning | Pure and virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | طاهر |
| Pronunciation | TAH-hee-roo |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa |
Meaning and origin of Tahiru
Tahiru is the Hausa version of the Arabic Ṭāhir, from the root ṭ-h-r, to be pure. When an Arabic name ends in a consonant, Hausa normally adds a vowel at the end, so Tahir becomes Tahiru in the same way that Nasir turns into Nasiru. The name is widespread among Muslim families in Ghana, Niger and northern Nigeria, where Hausa culture is strong.
Is Tahiru a Muslim name?
Tahiru is the Hausa form of Tahir and a common Muslim name in West Africa, meaning pure.
How popular is Tahiru?
It is common in northern Nigeria, Niger and Ghana.
Gifts with the name Tahiru
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Spellings and variants of Tahiru
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tahiru mean?
Tahiru means 'Pure and virtuous'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Tahiru a Muslim name?
Tahiru is the Hausa form of Tahir and a common Muslim name in West Africa, meaning pure.
How do you pronounce Tahiru?
Tahiru is pronounced TAH-hee-roo.
Is Tahiru a boy or girl name?
Tahiru is usually a boy name.