Zohair
Zohair is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Little flower; bright, blossoming”.
| Meaning | Little flower; bright, blossoming |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زهير |
| Pronunciation | zoh-HAIR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Morocco, Egypt, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Zohair
Zohair represents the Arabic Zuhayr, a diminutive formed from zahr, flowers or blossom, from a root that also carries the idea of brightness. It is an ancient Arabic name. Zuhayr ibn Abī Sulmā ranks among the foremost poets of Arabia before Islam, and his son Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr later accepted Islam and recited his famous poem in front of the Prophet ﷺ. Zuhair and Zouhair are other spellings.
Is Zohair a Muslim name?
Zohair, or Zuhayr, is a Muslim name of Arabic origin carried by the family of Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr and by Muslims ever since.
How popular is Zohair?
Zohair is common in Pakistan and India, Morocco prefers Zouhair, and Zuhair is heard across the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Zohair
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zohair mean?
Zohair means 'Little flower; bright, blossoming'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zohair a Muslim name?
Zohair, or Zuhayr, is a Muslim name of Arabic origin carried by the family of Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr and by Muslims ever since.
How do you pronounce Zohair?
Zohair is pronounced zoh-HAIR.
Is Zohair a boy or girl name?
Zohair is usually a boy name.