Bahadir
Bahadir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Brave, hero, valiant warrior”.
| Meaning | Brave, hero, valiant warrior |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Pronunciation | bah-hah-DUHR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Bahadir
Bahadır is an old Turkic title for a brave warrior, related to Mongolian baatar. It passed into Persian and Urdu as bahādur, which became an honorific for courage under the Mughals and later Muslim rulers. In modern Turkey and Azerbaijan it is a regular boys' name, written Bahadır with a dotless ı.
Is Bahadir a Muslim name?
Yes, Bahadir is used by Muslim families, mainly in Turkey and Central Asia. It is Turkic rather than Arabic, but its meaning of bravery has made it popular for centuries in Muslim societies.
Where is the name Bahadir used?
Common in Turkey, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan (as Bahodir); Bahadur is the South Asian form.
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Spellings and variants of Bahadir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahadir mean?
Bahadir means 'Brave, hero, valiant warrior'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Bahadir a Muslim name?
Yes, Bahadir is used by Muslim families, mainly in Turkey and Central Asia. It is Turkic rather than Arabic, but its meaning of bravery has made it popular for centuries in Muslim societies.
How do you pronounce Bahadir?
Bahadir is pronounced bah-hah-DUHR.