Hyder
Hyder is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حیدر |
| Pronunciation | HY-der |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hyder
Hyder is an older Anglicised South Asian spelling of Ḥaydar, meaning lion, a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib. The best-known bearer is Hyder Ali, the eighteenth-century ruler of Mysore and father of Tipu Sultan. The city name Hyderabad is often linked to the same word.
Is Hyder a Muslim name?
Yes. Hyder is a Muslim name meaning lion, a South Asian spelling of Haidar.
Where is the name Hyder used?
Used in India and Pakistan, often in compounds such as Hyder Ali.
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Spellings and variants of Hyder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hyder mean?
Hyder means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian spelling.
Is Hyder a Muslim name?
Yes. Hyder is a Muslim name meaning lion, a South Asian spelling of Haidar.
How do you write Hyder in Arabic?
Hyder is written حیدر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hyder?
Hyder is pronounced HY-der.