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Meaning

Full moon

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic بدر
Urdu بدر
Persian بادار
Turkish Bedar
Bengali বাদর
Pashto بدر

Alternate Spellings

The name Badar is a classic masculine title rooted in Arabic tradition. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Full moon', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Badar has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Badar, like the alternate spelling Badr, is the Arabic word for "full moon." The name also carries historical weight as the site of the Battle of Badr in 624 CE, the first major victory of the early Muslim community.

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Etymology

From the Arabic بدر (badr), 'full moon.'

Islamic Significance

Badr, 'full moon,' is inseparable in Islamic memory from the Battle of Badr in 624 CE, the first major victory of the Muslims of Medina.

Quranic Connection

The Quran recalls it directly: 'And already had Allah given you victory at Badr while you were few in number' (3:123).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world.