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Waqar

/wah-QAAR/

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Meaning

Dignity, majesty

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic ูˆู‚ุงุฑ
Urdu ูˆู‚ุงุฑ
Persian ูˆู‚ุงุฑ
Turkish Vakar
Bengali เฆ“เฆฏเฆผเฆพเฆ•เฆพเฆฐ
Pashto ูˆู‚ุงุฑ
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Waqar is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Dignity, majesty', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Waqar comes from the Arabic root w-q-r, meaning "to be dignified" or "grave." It is translated as "dignity" or "solemnity."

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ูˆ-ู‚-ุฑ (w-q-r, 'to be dignified, grave'). Waqar means 'dignity, majesty.'

Islamic Significance

The Quran asks why people do not attribute waqar (majesty/reverence) to Allah, in Nuh's address to his people.

Quranic Connection

Waqar, due grandeur, is the reproach of Nuh to his people in Surah 71: what is with you that you do not attribute to God due grandeur (71:13).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.