Zulfiqar
Zulfiqar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the sword of ʿAlī”.
| Meaning | Name of the sword of ʿAlī |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ذو الفقار |
| Pronunciation | zool-fi-KAHR |
| Arabic root | ف ق ر (f-q-r) — vertebra, notch |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zulfiqar
Zulfiqar is the South Asian form of Dhū al-Faqār, the famous sword that the Prophet ﷺ gave to ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib. Dhū means 'possessor of' and faqār refers to vertebrae, usually explained as notches or grooves along the blade. It became a popular boy's name in Iran, Pakistan and India, as Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto shows.
Is Zulfiqar a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulfiqar is a Muslim name taken from the sword of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, and is especially loved in South Asia and among Shia Muslims.
Where is the name Zulfiqar used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Iran, and as Zülfikar in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zulfiqar mean?
Zulfiqar means 'Name of the sword of ʿAlī'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zulfiqar a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulfiqar is a Muslim name taken from the sword of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, and is especially loved in South Asia and among Shia Muslims.
How do you write Zulfiqar in Arabic?
Zulfiqar is written ذو الفقار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zulfiqar?
Zulfiqar is pronounced zool-fi-KAHR.