Kamar
Kamar is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Moon”.
| Meaning | Moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, spelling of Qamar |
| Arabic spelling | قمر |
| Pronunciation | KA-mar |
| Arabic root | ق م ر (q-m-r) — moon |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kamar
Kamar is a spelling of the Arabic Qamar, 'moon', used where the q sound is written as k, as in East Africa, Turkey (Kamer) and parts of South Asia. The moon is a common image of beauty in Arabic and Urdu poetry. Qamar is given to both boys and girls, and Sura 54 of the Quran is named al-Qamar.
Is Kamar a Muslim name?
Yes. Kamar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Qamar, which means moon and is a Quranic word.
Is Kamar in the Quran?
The moon is sworn by in 'And by the moon when it follows it' (Quran 91:2).
Where is the name Kamar used?
Used in East Africa, South Asia and Turkey; Qamar is the more common spelling.
Gifts with the name Kamar
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Spellings and variants of Kamar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kamar mean?
Kamar means 'Moon'. It comes from Arabic, spelling of Qamar.
Is Kamar a Muslim name?
Yes. Kamar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Qamar, which means moon and is a Quranic word.
How do you write Kamar in Arabic?
Kamar is written قمر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kamar?
Kamar is pronounced KA-mar.
Is Kamar mentioned in the Quran?
The moon is sworn by in 'And by the moon when it follows it' (Quran 91:2).