Zillur
Zillur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Shade of (the Merciful)”.
| Meaning | Shade of (the Merciful) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bengali form |
| Arabic spelling | ظل الرحمن |
| Pronunciation | zil-LOOR |
| Arabic root | ظ ل ل (ẓ-l-l) — shade, shadow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zillur
Zillur is the first part of compound names such as Zillur Rahman, from the Arabic ẓill al-Raḥmān, 'shade of the Most Merciful'. Shade is a common image of God's protection and mercy. The form is especially typical of Bangladesh, where Zillur Rahman served as President from 2009 to 2013. It is normally used with Rahman rather than on its own.
Is Zillur a Muslim name?
Yes. Zillur is part of the Muslim name Zillur Rahman, 'shade of the Most Merciful', used mainly in Bangladesh and India.
Where is the name Zillur used?
Most common in Bangladesh and among Bengali Muslims in India, usually as Zillur Rahman.
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Spellings and variants of Zillur
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zillur mean?
Zillur means 'Shade of (the Merciful)'. It comes from Arabic, Bengali form.
Is Zillur a Muslim name?
Yes. Zillur is part of the Muslim name Zillur Rahman, 'shade of the Most Merciful', used mainly in Bangladesh and India.
How do you write Zillur in Arabic?
Zillur is written ظل الرحمن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zillur?
Zillur is pronounced zil-LOOR.