Harith
Harith is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ploughman, cultivator, earner”.
| Meaning | Ploughman, cultivator, earner |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حارث |
| Pronunciation | HAA-rith |
| Arabic root | ح ر ث (ḥ-r-th) — to plough, cultivate |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Harith
Harith (Ḥārith) means one who ploughs and cultivates, and by extension one who works and earns. A hadith in Abu Dawud names Ḥārith and Hammām as the most truthful of names, since every person cultivates and every person intends. Many Companions bore it, and the Prophet's foster-father was al-Ḥārith ibn ʿAbd al-ʿUzzā.
Is Harith a Muslim name?
Yes. Harith is a classic Arabic Muslim name, praised in hadith as one of the most truthful names.
Where is the name Harith used?
Used throughout the Arab world, especially the Gulf and Iraq; in South Asia it is usually written Haris.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harith mean?
Harith means 'Ploughman, cultivator, earner'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Harith a Muslim name?
Yes. Harith is a classic Arabic Muslim name, praised in hadith as one of the most truthful names.
How do you write Harith in Arabic?
Harith is written حارث in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Harith?
Harith is pronounced HAA-rith.