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Sahar

/sah-HAR/

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Meaning

Dawn, early morning

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic سحر
Urdu سحر
Persian سحر
Turkish Sahra
Bengali সাহার
Pashto سحر
Capturing elegance and depth, Sahar stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Dawn, early morning', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Sahar comes from the Arabic root s-h-r, meaning the pre-dawn hour. The Quran (51:18) describes the righteous as those who seek forgiveness "bil-ashar," in the hours before dawn.

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Etymology

From the Arabic سحر (sahar), 'the last part of the night before dawn.'

Islamic Significance

Sahar is described in the Quran as a favored time for prayer and seeking forgiveness.

Quranic Connection

Appears in Quran 3:17 and 51:18.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.