یاور

Yawar

boyPersian / UrduMuslim

Yawar is a Muslim boy name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Helper, friend, supporter”.

MeaningHelper, friend, supporter
GenderBoy
OriginPersian / Urdu
Written asیاور
PronunciationYAH-war
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan, India, Iran

Meaning and origin of Yawar

Yawar is a Persian word for a helper or friend, and Urdu uses it too. At Persian-speaking courts it also served as the rank of an officer who assisted a commander. Today boys called Yawar are found mostly in Iran, Pakistan and India, sometimes with a second name, as in Yawar Abbas or Yawar Ali. It is a loyal, supportive name.

Is Yawar a Muslim name?

Yawar comes from Persian and has a fine meaning, and it is given by many Muslim families in Iran, India and Pakistan.

How popular is Yawar?

It is mainly used in Iran, Pakistan and northern India.

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Spellings and variants of Yawar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yawar mean?

Yawar means 'Helper, friend, supporter'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.

Is Yawar a Muslim name?

Yawar comes from Persian and has a fine meaning, and it is given by many Muslim families in Iran, India and Pakistan.

How do you pronounce Yawar?

Yawar is pronounced YAH-war.

Is Yawar a boy or girl name?

Yawar is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.