ڕزگار

Rizgar

boyKurdish / Persian

Rizgar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Free, liberated; saviour”.

MeaningFree, liberated; saviour
GenderBoy
OriginKurdish / Persian
Arabic spellingڕزگار
Pronunciationriz-GAHR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Rizgar

Rizgar is a Kurdish word meaning 'freed, liberated', and by extension 'one who brings freedom'. It is related to Persian rastgār. The name became popular in the twentieth century as an expression of hope for Kurdish freedom, and it is common in Iraqi Kurdistan.

Is Rizgar a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Rizgar is a Kurdish name meaning 'liberated', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

Where is the name Rizgar used?

Common among Kurds in Iraq and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Rizgar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rizgar mean?

Rizgar means 'Free, liberated; saviour'. It comes from Kurdish / Persian.

Is Rizgar a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Rizgar is a Kurdish name meaning 'liberated', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

How do you write Rizgar in Arabic?

Rizgar is written ڕزگار in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Rizgar?

Rizgar is pronounced riz-GAHR.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.