Zaheer
Zaheer is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Helper, supporter”.
| Meaning | Helper, supporter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ظهير |
| Pronunciation | zah-HEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Zaheer
Zaheer represents the Arabic Ẓahīr, meaning one who helps and supports. The idea is literal: the word comes from ẓahr, the back, so a ẓahīr is someone who has your back. It often forms part of longer names such as Zahiruddin, supporter of the faith, which the Mughal emperor Babur bore as his given name. The Pakistani cricketer Zaheer Abbas is among its well-known bearers.
Is Zaheer a Muslim name?
Zaheer is an Arabic Muslim name meaning helper. The word appears in 'and the angels, after that, are supporters (ẓahīr)' (Quran 66:4).
How popular is Zaheer?
You will hear it constantly in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Zaheer
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Spellings and variants of Zaheer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaheer mean?
Zaheer means 'Helper, supporter'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zaheer a Muslim name?
Zaheer is an Arabic Muslim name meaning helper. The word appears in 'and the angels, after that, are supporters (ẓahīr)' (Quran 66:4).
How do you pronounce Zaheer?
Zaheer is pronounced zah-HEER.
Is Zaheer a boy or girl name?
Zaheer is usually a boy name.