Nazar
Nazar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sight, gaze, regard”.
| Meaning | Sight, gaze, regard |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, via Persian and Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | نظر |
| Pronunciation | nah-ZAR |
| Arabic root | ن ظ ر (n-ẓ-r) — to look, to see, to consider |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nazar
Nazar is the Arabic word naẓar, meaning a look, gaze or careful consideration. Through Persian it also took on the sense of a glance of favour, and in Turkish and Urdu 'nazar' is the familiar word for the evil eye. As a boy's name it is most common in Central Asia, Afghanistan and the Caucasus, where Muslim families use it as a word of attentive care.
Is Nazar a Muslim name?
Yes, Nazar is used as a Muslim name, especially in Central Asia and Afghanistan. It comes from an Arabic word meaning sight or regard.
Where is the name Nazar used?
Most common in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Afghanistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nazar mean?
Nazar means 'Sight, gaze, regard'. It comes from Arabic, via Persian and Turkic.
Is Nazar a Muslim name?
Yes, Nazar is used as a Muslim name, especially in Central Asia and Afghanistan. It comes from an Arabic word meaning sight or regard.
How do you write Nazar in Arabic?
Nazar is written نظر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nazar?
Nazar is pronounced nah-ZAR.