Iqtidaar
Iqtidaar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Power, authority, capability”.
| Meaning | Power, authority, capability |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, used in Urdu |
| Arabic spelling | اقتدار |
| Pronunciation | ik-tee-DAAR |
| Arabic root | ق د ر (q-d-r) — to be able, to have power |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iqtidaar
Iqtidaar is the Arabic iqtidār, 'power' or 'capability', a word that in Urdu commonly means authority or rule. It shares its root with al-Qadīr and al-Muqtadir, names of God describing His power over all things. As a personal name it is found mostly in Pakistan and India, often in the spelling Iqtidar.
Is Iqtidaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Iqtidaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning power or authority, used mainly in South Asia.
Is Iqtidaar in the Quran?
The root q-d-r appears in the divine name Muqtadir: 'in a seat of honour near a Sovereign, Perfect in Ability' (Quran 54:55).
Where is the name Iqtidaar used?
Found mainly among Urdu-speaking Muslims in Pakistan and northern India.
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Spellings and variants of Iqtidaar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iqtidaar mean?
Iqtidaar means 'Power, authority, capability'. It comes from Arabic, used in Urdu.
Is Iqtidaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Iqtidaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning power or authority, used mainly in South Asia.
How do you write Iqtidaar in Arabic?
Iqtidaar is written اقتدار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iqtidaar?
Iqtidaar is pronounced ik-tee-DAAR.
Is Iqtidaar mentioned in the Quran?
The root q-d-r appears in the divine name Muqtadir: 'in a seat of honour near a Sovereign, Perfect in Ability' (Quran 54:55).