Qadir
Qadir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Capable, powerful”.
| Meaning | Capable, powerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | قادر |
| Pronunciation | KAH-dir |
| Arabic root | ق د ر (q-d-r) — to be able, to have power |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Qadir
Qadir (Qādir) means one who is able or powerful. Al-Qādir is one of God's Beautiful Names, and the classic Islamic form is ʿAbd al-Qādir, borne by the great saint ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī of Baghdad and the Algerian leader Emir Abdelkader. In Turkey it appears as Kadir, and Qadir alone is common in South Asia.
Is Qadir a Muslim name?
Yes. Qadir is an Arabic Muslim name connected with God's name Al-Qadir. It is most often used in the form Abdul Qadir, 'servant of the Powerful'.
Is Qadir in the Quran?
The divine name appears in 'Say, He is the One Able (al-Qādir) to send upon you punishment' (Quran 6:65).
Where is the name Qadir used?
Widespread across the Muslim world; Kadir is the Turkish form and Abdelkader is common in North Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qadir mean?
Qadir means 'Capable, powerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Qadir a Muslim name?
Yes. Qadir is an Arabic Muslim name connected with God's name Al-Qadir. It is most often used in the form Abdul Qadir, 'servant of the Powerful'.
How do you write Qadir in Arabic?
Qadir is written قادر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Qadir?
Qadir is pronounced KAH-dir.
Is Qadir mentioned in the Quran?
The divine name appears in 'Say, He is the One Able (al-Qādir) to send upon you punishment' (Quran 6:65).