Jareer
Jareer is a Muslim boy name meaning “Rope, halter”.
| Meaning | Rope, halter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جرير |
| Pronunciation | ja-REER |
| Arabic root | ج ر ر (j-r-r) — to pull, to drag |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jareer
Jareer is a spelling of Jarīr, an old Arabic word for a rope or halter used to lead a camel, which explains the old gloss 'one who pulls'. It was the name of Jarīr ibn ʿAbdullāh al-Bajalī, a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ, and of Jarīr, one of the greatest poets of the Umayyad age.
Is Jareer a Muslim name?
Yes. Jareer is a Muslim name of Arabic origin carried by the Companion Jarir ibn Abdullah al-Bajali.
Where is the name Jareer used?
Used in the Gulf, Iraq and the Levant.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jareer mean?
Jareer means 'Rope, halter'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jareer a Muslim name?
Yes. Jareer is a Muslim name of Arabic origin carried by the Companion Jarir ibn Abdullah al-Bajali.
How do you write Jareer in Arabic?
Jareer is written جرير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jareer?
Jareer is pronounced ja-REER.