حيدر
Hayder
Hayder is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حيدر |
| Pronunciation | HAY-der |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hayder
Hayder is the usual Iraqi and English spelling of Ḥaydar, meaning lion. The name honours ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, who called himself Ḥaydara at Khaybar. In Iraq it is one of the most common men's names, particularly in the south.
Is Hayder a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayder is a Muslim name meaning lion, a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
Where is the name Hayder used?
Very common in Iraq, Bahrain and among Iraqi families abroad.
Gifts with the name Hayder
- Hayder name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hayder
More boy names like Hayder
Aaban — Clear, eloquent; one who makes things plainAabis — Stern, serious of faceAadil — Just, fairAamir — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAasim — Protector, guardianAbaan — Clear, evidentAbdelilah — Servant of GodAbdul-Ahad — Servant of the OneAbdul-Ali — Servant of the Most HighAbdul-Hadi — Servant of the GuideAbdul-Jabbar — Servant of the CompellerAbdul-Majeed — Servant of the All-GloriousAbdul-Mani — Servant of the PreventerAbdul-Mughni — Servant of the EnricherAbdul-Qawi — Servant of the Most StrongAbdul-Raqeeb — Servant of the Ever-WatchfulAbdul-Wali — Servant of the Protecting FriendAbdul-Wasi — Servant of the All-Encompassing
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayder mean?
Hayder means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hayder a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayder is a Muslim name meaning lion, a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How do you write Hayder in Arabic?
Hayder is written حيدر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hayder?
Hayder is pronounced HAY-der.