Zakir
Zakir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who remembers God”.
| Meaning | One who remembers God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ذاكر |
| Pronunciation | ZAH-keer |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Zakir
Zakir is the South Asian pronunciation of the Arabic Dhākir, one who remembers, and in particular one who keeps God in mind through dhikr. The root is dh-k-r, to remember or mention. Urdu and Bengali speakers pronounce the Arabic dh as z, which produces the spelling Zakir. Famous bearers include Zakir Husain, a former President of India, and the tabla maestro Zakir Hussain.
Is Zakir a Muslim name?
Zakir is a Muslim name for a person who remembers God, sharing its root with dhikr. The Quran praises 'the men and women who remember God often (al-dhākirīn ... wa-l-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).
How popular is Zakir?
It is widespread in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan, while Arabs say Dhakir.
Gifts with the name Zakir
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zakir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zakir mean?
Zakir means 'One who remembers God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zakir a Muslim name?
Zakir is a Muslim name for a person who remembers God, sharing its root with dhikr. The Quran praises 'the men and women who remember God often (al-dhākirīn ... wa-l-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).
How do you pronounce Zakir?
Zakir is pronounced ZAH-keer.
Is Zakir a boy or girl name?
Zakir is usually a boy name.