Khadar
Khadar is a Muslim boy name meaning “The Green One (al-Khidr)”.
| Meaning | The Green One (al-Khidr) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Khiḍr |
| Arabic spelling | خضر |
| Pronunciation | KHA-dar |
| Arabic root | خ ض ر (kh-ḍ-r) — to be green |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khadar
Khadar is the usual Somali form of al-Khiḍr, the righteous servant of God whom Musa (Moses) meets in Surah al-Kahf. The name al-Khiḍr is traditionally explained as 'the green one', because, according to a hadith, the ground turned green where he sat. In Somali the vowels shift, giving Khadar (often written Khadar or Kadar), and it is a common name in Somalia and Djibouti.
Is Khadar a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadar is the Somali form of al-Khidr, a revered figure in Islamic tradition, and it is a common Muslim name among Somalis.
Is Khadar in the Quran?
Khidr is not named in the Quran, but tradition identifies him with 'one of Our servants to whom We had given mercy from Us' whom Musa met (Quran 18:65).
Where is the name Khadar used?
Common in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti and the Somali diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khadar mean?
Khadar means 'The Green One (al-Khidr)'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Khiḍr.
Is Khadar a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadar is the Somali form of al-Khidr, a revered figure in Islamic tradition, and it is a common Muslim name among Somalis.
How do you write Khadar in Arabic?
Khadar is written خضر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khadar?
Khadar is pronounced KHA-dar.
Is Khadar mentioned in the Quran?
Khidr is not named in the Quran, but tradition identifies him with 'one of Our servants to whom We had given mercy from Us' whom Musa met (Quran 18:65).