Zuhayr
Zuhayr is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little flower; bright, radiant”.
| Meaning | Little flower; bright, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زهير |
| Pronunciation | zoo-HAYR |
| Arabic root | ز ه ر (z-h-r) — to blossom, to shine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zuhayr
Zuhayr is the precise transliteration of the Arabic diminutive of zahr, flower, so it means 'little flower' or 'bright one'. It was the name of Zuhayr ibn Abī Sulmā, one of the great pre-Islamic poets of the Muʿallaqāt, and of Zuhayr ibn al-Qayn, who was martyred with al-Husayn at Karbala.
Is Zuhayr a Muslim name?
Yes. Zuhayr is an Arabic Muslim name meaning little flower or radiant, with a long history in Islamic times.
Where is the name Zuhayr used?
Used across the Arab world and by English-speaking Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zuhayr mean?
Zuhayr means 'Little flower; bright, radiant'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zuhayr a Muslim name?
Yes. Zuhayr is an Arabic Muslim name meaning little flower or radiant, with a long history in Islamic times.
How do you write Zuhayr in Arabic?
Zuhayr is written زهير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zuhayr?
Zuhayr is pronounced zoo-HAYR.