Ensar
Ensar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Helpers (of the Prophet)”.
| Meaning | Helpers (of the Prophet) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Bosnian / Turkish form of Arabic Anṣār |
| Arabic spelling | أنصار |
| Pronunciation | en-SAHR |
| Arabic root | ن ص ر (n-ṣ-r) — to help, to give victory |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ensar
Ensar is the Bosnian and Turkish form of al-Anṣār, 'the Helpers', the Muslims of Madinah who welcomed and supported the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the emigrants from Makkah. Giving a son this name honours their loyalty and generosity. It is especially common among Bosniaks.
Is Ensar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ensar is a Muslim name taken from al-Anṣār, the Helpers of Madinah who supported the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Ensar in the Quran?
The Ansar are praised in the Quran: 'And the first forerunners among the Muhajirin and the Ansar… Allah is pleased with them' (Quran 9:100).
Where is the name Ensar used?
Popular among Bosniaks; also found in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Ensar
- Ensar name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Ensar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ensar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ensar mean?
Ensar means 'Helpers (of the Prophet)'. It comes from Bosnian / Turkish form of Arabic Anṣār.
Is Ensar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ensar is a Muslim name taken from al-Anṣār, the Helpers of Madinah who supported the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Ensar in Arabic?
Ensar is written أنصار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ensar?
Ensar is pronounced en-SAHR.
Is Ensar mentioned in the Quran?
The Ansar are praised in the Quran: 'And the first forerunners among the Muhajirin and the Ansar… Allah is pleased with them' (Quran 9:100).