Qari
Qari is a Muslim boy name meaning “Reciter of the Quran”.
| Meaning | Reciter of the Quran |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | قارئ |
| Pronunciation | KAH-ree |
| Arabic root | ق ر أ (q-r-ʾ) — to read, to recite |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Qari
Qari (Qāriʾ) means a reader or reciter and is above all a title for someone trained in reciting the Quran, as in Qari Abdul Basit. It comes from the same root as Qurʾān and qirāʾa. In Pakistan, Afghanistan and India it is placed before the names of reciters and religious teachers, and only occasionally serves as a given name in its own right.
Is Qari a Muslim name?
Yes, the word is Arabic and deeply Islamic, but Qari is mainly a title for a Quran reciter rather than a usual first name. Families often prefer a name like Qasim or Muqri' alongside it.
Where is the name Qari used?
Used mostly as a title before the names of Quran reciters, especially in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qari mean?
Qari means 'Reciter of the Quran'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Qari a Muslim name?
Yes, the word is Arabic and deeply Islamic, but Qari is mainly a title for a Quran reciter rather than a usual first name. Families often prefer a name like Qasim or Muqri' alongside it.
How do you write Qari in Arabic?
Qari is written قارئ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Qari?
Qari is pronounced KAH-ree.