Kadir
Kadir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Powerful, capable”.
| Meaning | Powerful, capable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | قادر |
| Pronunciation | kah-DEER |
| Arabic root | ق د ر (q-d-r) — to be able, to have power |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kadir
Kadir is the Turkish and Balkan form of Arabic Qādir, 'the Capable', a name of Allah. Turkish writes Arabic q as k, so ʿAbd al-Qādir becomes Abdülkadir, and Kadir is used alone as a given name. Kadir Gecesi is also the Turkish name for Laylat al-Qadr, which reinforces the name's popularity.
Is Kadir a Muslim name?
Yes. Kadir is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of the Arabic Qadir; many families prefer the full form Abdulkadir.
Is Kadir in the Quran?
Allah is called al-Qādir: 'Say, He is the One Able to send upon you punishment from above you' (Quran 6:65).
Where is the name Kadir used?
Very common in Turkey and among Kurds and Bosniaks; Kader is the Algerian form.
Gifts with the name Kadir
- Kadir name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kadir mean?
Kadir means 'Powerful, capable'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish form.
Is Kadir a Muslim name?
Yes. Kadir is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of the Arabic Qadir; many families prefer the full form Abdulkadir.
How do you write Kadir in Arabic?
Kadir is written قادر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kadir?
Kadir is pronounced kah-DEER.
Is Kadir mentioned in the Quran?
Allah is called al-Qādir: 'Say, He is the One Able to send upon you punishment from above you' (Quran 6:65).