Ithar
Ithar is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Altruism, putting others first”.
| Meaning | Altruism, putting others first |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | إيثار |
| Pronunciation | ee-THAAR |
| Arabic root | أ ث ر (ʾ-th-r) — to prefer |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ithar
Ithar spells Īthār, the virtue of preferring others over oneself, even in need. The Quran praises the Ansar of Madinah for this quality toward the emigrants. In Arab countries Ithar is mainly a girls' name, while the South Asian form Isar is used for boys.
Is Ithar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ithar is a Muslim name meaning altruism, a virtue praised in the Quran.
Is Ithar in the Quran?
'They give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).
Where is the name Ithar used?
Used in Iraq and the Gulf, mostly for girls; Isar in Pakistan for boys.
Gifts with the name Ithar
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Spellings and variants of Ithar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ithar mean?
Ithar means 'Altruism, putting others first'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ithar a Muslim name?
Yes. Ithar is a Muslim name meaning altruism, a virtue praised in the Quran.
How do you write Ithar in Arabic?
Ithar is written إيثار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ithar?
Ithar is pronounced ee-THAAR.
Is Ithar mentioned in the Quran?
'They give preference over themselves, even though they are in need' (Quran 59:9).