Waqar
Waqar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Dignity, gravity, composure”.
| Meaning | Dignity, gravity, composure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وقار |
| Pronunciation | wuh-KAAR |
| Arabic root | و ق ر (w-q-r) — to be heavy, to be dignified |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Waqar
Waqar means dignity, calm composure and gravity of character. The idea is of a person whose bearing commands respect rather than one who is loud or hasty. The name is especially popular in Pakistan and India, where it is often combined as Waqar Ahmed or Waqar ul-Hassan; the cricketer Waqar Younis made it widely known.
Is Waqar a Muslim name?
Yes. Waqar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning dignity and composure, widely used in South Asia.
Is Waqar in the Quran?
The word appears in 'What is the matter with you that you do not hope for Allah's majesty (waqār)?' (Quran 71:13).
Where is the name Waqar used?
Very common among Muslims in Pakistan and northern India.
Gifts with the name Waqar
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Waqar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waqar mean?
Waqar means 'Dignity, gravity, composure'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Waqar a Muslim name?
Yes. Waqar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning dignity and composure, widely used in South Asia.
How do you write Waqar in Arabic?
Waqar is written وقار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Waqar?
Waqar is pronounced wuh-KAAR.
Is Waqar mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'What is the matter with you that you do not hope for Allah's majesty (waqār)?' (Quran 71:13).