Ithaar
Ithaar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Selflessness, preferring others over oneself”.
| Meaning | Selflessness, preferring others over oneself |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | إيثار |
| Pronunciation | ee-THAAR |
| Arabic root | أ ث ر (ʾ-th-r) — to prefer, to give preference |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ithaar
Ithaar (Īthār) names one of the most praised Islamic virtues: giving others preference over yourself. Early sources tell how the Ansar of Madinah shared homes and wealth with the emigrants from Makkah in this spirit. In Urdu and Persian the same word is pronounced Isar.
Is Ithaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ithaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning selfless generosity towards others.
Is Ithaar in the Quran?
'they give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
Where is the name Ithaar used?
Used in the Arab world, particularly Iraq, and as Isar/Isaar in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ithaar mean?
Ithaar means 'Selflessness, preferring others over oneself'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ithaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ithaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning selfless generosity towards others.
How do you write Ithaar in Arabic?
Ithaar is written إيثار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ithaar?
Ithaar is pronounced ee-THAAR.
Is Ithaar mentioned in the Quran?
'they give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).