یاور

Yawar

boyPersian / Urdu

Yawar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Helper, friend, supporter”.

MeaningHelper, friend, supporter
GenderBoy
OriginPersian / Urdu
Arabic spellingیاور
PronunciationYAH-war
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Yawar

Yāwar is a Persian word meaning helper or friend, used in Urdu as well. In the Persian world it was also a title for an aide or adjutant. As a boy's name it is mostly found in Pakistan, India and Iran, sometimes in compounds such as Yawar Ali or Yawar Abbas.

Is Yawar a Muslim name?

Yes. Yawar is a Persian name with a good meaning that is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran.

Where is the name Yawar used?

Mainly used in Pakistan, northern India and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Yawar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yawar mean?

Yawar means 'Helper, friend, supporter'. It comes from Persian / Urdu.

Is Yawar a Muslim name?

Yes. Yawar is a Persian name with a good meaning that is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran.

How do you write Yawar in Arabic?

Yawar is written یاور in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Yawar?

Yawar is pronounced YAH-war.

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