Jaffar
Jaffar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Stream, small river”.
| Meaning | Stream, small river |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جعفر |
| Pronunciation | JAF-far |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jaffar
Jaffar is a South Asian and English spelling of Jaʿfar, a classical word for a stream. Jaʿfar ibn Abī Ṭālib, the Prophet's cousin, led the Muslims who migrated to Abyssinia and was martyred at Muʾta. Jaʿfar al-Ṣādiq, the great scholar of the Prophet's family, also bore the name.
Is Jaffar a Muslim name?
Yes. Jaffar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Jafar, after the Companion Jafar ibn Abi Talib.
Where is the name Jaffar used?
Used in South Asia and the Caribbean.
Gifts with the name Jaffar
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Spellings and variants of Jaffar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaffar mean?
Jaffar means 'Stream, small river'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jaffar a Muslim name?
Yes. Jaffar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Jafar, after the Companion Jafar ibn Abi Talib.
How do you write Jaffar in Arabic?
Jaffar is written جعفر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jaffar?
Jaffar is pronounced JAF-far.