Salar
Salar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Leader, commander, chief”.
| Meaning | Leader, commander, chief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | سالار |
| Pronunciation | saa-LAAR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Salar
Salar is a Persian word meaning commander or chief, as in sipahsālār, commander of the army. It was used as a title in Persian and Mughal courts and became a given name in Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Salar Masud, a medieval warrior saint venerated at Bahraich in India, bore it in his title. It is also the name of a Turkic Muslim people in China.
Is Salar a Muslim name?
Yes. Salar is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it has long been used by Muslim families in Iran, Afghanistan and South Asia.
Where is the name Salar used?
Used in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and North India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salar mean?
Salar means 'Leader, commander, chief'. It comes from Persian.
Is Salar a Muslim name?
Yes. Salar is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it has long been used by Muslim families in Iran, Afghanistan and South Asia.
How do you write Salar in Arabic?
Salar is written سالار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salar?
Salar is pronounced saa-LAAR.