أطهر

Athar

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Athar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Purest, most pure”.

MeaningPurest, most pure
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingأطهر
PronunciationUT-har
Arabic rootط ه ر (ṭ-h-r) — purity
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Athar

In South Asia Athar is usually the Arabic aṭhar, 'purer, most pure'. A separate Arabic name, athar (أثر), means 'trace' or 'tradition', so families may intend either. As 'most pure' it is a long-standing name in Pakistan and India.

Is Athar a Muslim name?

Yes. Athar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, usually meaning most pure.

Is Athar in the Quran?

The word appears in 'that is more virtuous for you and purer (aṭhar)' (Quran 2:232).

Where is the name Athar used?

Used in Pakistan and India.

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Spellings and variants of Athar

Ather

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Athar mean?

Athar means 'Purest, most pure'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Athar a Muslim name?

Yes. Athar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, usually meaning most pure.

How do you write Athar in Arabic?

Athar is written أطهر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Athar?

Athar is pronounced UT-har.

Is Athar mentioned in the Quran?

The word appears in 'that is more virtuous for you and purer (aṭhar)' (Quran 2:232).

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