خضر
Khizar
Khizar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Green; name of al-Khidr”.
| Meaning | Green; name of al-Khidr |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu form |
| Arabic spelling | خضر |
| Pronunciation | KHIZ-ar |
| Arabic root | خ ض ر (kh-ḍ-r) — to be green |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khizar
Khizar is the Urdu and Persian form of al-Khiḍr, the righteous servant of God whom Musa met and learned from in Surah al-Kahf. His name is linked to greenness, with tradition saying the ground turned green where he sat. Urdu pronounces ḍ as 'z'.
Is Khizar a Muslim name?
Yes. Khizar is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of Khidr.
Where is the name Khizar used?
Common in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Khizar
More boy names like Khizar
Aaban — Clear, eloquent; one who makes things plainAabideen — Worshippers, the devoutAabis — Stern, serious of faceAadil — Just, fairAafaq — HorizonsAahil — Usually explained as prince or leaderAalim — Learned, knowledgeable; scholarAamil — Worker, one who acts; governorAamir — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAanis — Friendly, sociable; good companyAaqib — Successor, one who comes lastAarif — Knowing, one who has deep knowledgeAariz — Rain cloud; one who presents himselfAashir — Companion; one who lives with othersAasif — Name of Solomon's ministerAasim — Protector, guardianAatif — Kind, affectionate, compassionateAayan — Usually explained as gift of God
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khizar mean?
Khizar means 'Green; name of al-Khidr'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu form.
Is Khizar a Muslim name?
Yes. Khizar is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of Khidr.
How do you write Khizar in Arabic?
Khizar is written خضر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khizar?
Khizar is pronounced KHIZ-ar.