Dirar
Dirar is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who strikes the enemy hard”.
| Meaning | One who strikes the enemy hard |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ضرار |
| Pronunciation | di-RAHR |
| Arabic root | ض ر ر (ḍ-r-r) — harm, to cause harm |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Dirar
Dirar (Ḍirār) is an old Arabic warrior name meaning one who inflicts harm, understood as harm against enemies in battle. Its best-known bearer is Ḍirār ibn al-Azwar, a Companion of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ celebrated for his courage in the early conquests of Syria. The name remains in use in the Arab world for that reason.
Is Dirar a Muslim name?
Yes. Dirar is an Arabic Muslim name borne by the Companion Ḍirār ibn al-Azwar. Some parents avoid it because the literal meaning is 'harm', but it is a historical Sahaba name used by Muslim families.
Where is the name Dirar used?
Used in the Gulf, Jordan, Sudan and elsewhere in the Arab world, chiefly in honour of Ḍirār ibn al-Azwar.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dirar mean?
Dirar means 'One who strikes the enemy hard'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Dirar a Muslim name?
Yes. Dirar is an Arabic Muslim name borne by the Companion Ḍirār ibn al-Azwar. Some parents avoid it because the literal meaning is 'harm', but it is a historical Sahaba name used by Muslim families.
How do you write Dirar in Arabic?
Dirar is written ضرار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dirar?
Dirar is pronounced di-RAHR.