آبشار

Abshar

boyPersian

Abshar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Waterfall”.

MeaningWaterfall
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingآبشار
Pronunciationaab-SHAAR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Abshar

Abshar (Ābshār) is the Persian word for a waterfall, from āb, water, and a verb meaning to pour or flow. It is used as a boy's name in Pakistan and India and occasionally in Iran and Afghanistan. It is not an Arabic word and has no Quranic root, but its image of fresh, flowing water is well liked.

Is Abshar a Muslim name?

Yes, in the sense that Muslim families use it. Abshar is a Persian word, waterfall, rather than an Arabic or Quranic name, and is acceptable to give.

Where is the name Abshar used?

Occasionally used in Pakistan, India and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Abshar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Abshar mean?

Abshar means 'Waterfall'. It comes from Persian.

Is Abshar a Muslim name?

Yes, in the sense that Muslim families use it. Abshar is a Persian word, waterfall, rather than an Arabic or Quranic name, and is acceptable to give.

How do you write Abshar in Arabic?

Abshar is written آبشار in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Abshar?

Abshar is pronounced aab-SHAAR.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.