Zillur
Zillur is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Bengali form origin, meaning “Shade of the Most Merciful”.
| Meaning | Shade of the Most Merciful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bengali form |
| Written as | ظل الرحمن |
| Pronunciation | zil-LOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Zillur
Zillur opens compound names like Zillur Rahman, which goes back to the Arabic ẓill al-Raḥmān, shade of the Most Merciful. Its root, ẓ-l-l, refers to shade or shadow, a familiar image of God's protection and mercy. The name is particularly typical of Bangladesh, where Zillur Rahman was President from 2009 to 2013. Bearers normally pair it with Rahman instead of using it alone.
Is Zillur a Muslim name?
Zillur forms part of the Muslim name Zillur Rahman, shade of the Most Merciful, which is used mostly in Bangladesh and India.
How popular is Zillur?
Bangladesh and the Bengali Muslims of India use it most, nearly always as Zillur Rahman.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zillur mean?
Zillur means 'Shade of the Most Merciful'. It is of Arabic, Bengali form origin.
Is Zillur a Muslim name?
Zillur forms part of the Muslim name Zillur Rahman, shade of the Most Merciful, which is used mostly in Bangladesh and India.
How do you pronounce Zillur?
Zillur is pronounced zil-LOOR.
Is Zillur a boy or girl name?
Zillur is usually a boy name.