Zohair
Zohair is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little flower; bright, blossoming”.
| Meaning | Little flower; bright, blossoming |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زهير |
| Pronunciation | zoh-HAIR |
| Arabic root | ز ه ر (z-h-r) — flower, to blossom, to shine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zohair
Zohair is a spelling of the Arabic Zuhayr, the diminutive of zahr (flowers, blossom), from a root that also carries the sense of brightness. It is an old Arabic name: Zuhayr ibn Abī Sulmā was one of the great poets of pre-Islamic Arabia, and his son Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr later embraced Islam and recited his famous poem before the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Zohair a Muslim name?
Yes. Zohair (Zuhayr) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr's family and used by Muslims ever since.
Where is the name Zohair used?
Zohair is common in Pakistan and India; Zouhair is the Moroccan spelling and Zuhair is used across the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zohair mean?
Zohair means 'Little flower; bright, blossoming'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zohair a Muslim name?
Yes. Zohair (Zuhayr) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr's family and used by Muslims ever since.
How do you write Zohair in Arabic?
Zohair is written زهير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zohair?
Zohair is pronounced zoh-HAIR.