Qahtan
Qahtan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the ancestor of the southern Arabs”.
| Meaning | Name of the ancestor of the southern Arabs |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | قحطان |
| Pronunciation | qah-TAAN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Qahtan
Qahtan (Qaḥṭān) is the traditional ancestor of the southern Arabs of Yemen, from whom many tribes trace their descent. Arab genealogists divided the Arabs into the Qahtani south and the Adnani north. As a given name it expresses pride in Arab heritage and is used in Iraq, Yemen and the Gulf.
Is Qahtan a Muslim name?
Yes. Qahtan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, honouring the ancestor of the southern Arabs.
Where is the name Qahtan used?
Used in Iraq, Yemen and Saudi Arabia, also as a tribal surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qahtan mean?
Qahtan means 'Name of the ancestor of the southern Arabs'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Qahtan a Muslim name?
Yes. Qahtan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, honouring the ancestor of the southern Arabs.
How do you write Qahtan in Arabic?
Qahtan is written قحطان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Qahtan?
Qahtan is pronounced qah-TAAN.