Jabiri
Jabiri is a Muslim boy name meaning “Consoler, one who mends”.
| Meaning | Consoler, one who mends |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Jābir |
| Arabic spelling | جابر |
| Pronunciation | jah-BEE-ree |
| Arabic root | ج ب ر (j-b-r) — to mend, to restore |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jabiri
Jabiri is the Swahili form of Jābir, 'one who mends or restores', from the root that also gives al-Jabbār. Jābir ibn ʿAbdullāh was a Companion from Madinah who narrated many hadiths. Swahili adds the final -i and keeps the long a sound.
Is Jabiri a Muslim name?
Yes. Jabiri is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Jabir, after the Companion Jabir ibn Abdullah.
Where is the name Jabiri used?
Used in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Spellings and variants of Jabiri
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jabiri mean?
Jabiri means 'Consoler, one who mends'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Jābir.
Is Jabiri a Muslim name?
Yes. Jabiri is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Jabir, after the Companion Jabir ibn Abdullah.
How do you write Jabiri in Arabic?
Jabiri is written جابر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jabiri?
Jabiri is pronounced jah-BEE-ree.