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Haydar
Pronounced HY-dar /ˈhaɪ.dɑr/Medium
Meaning: From the Arabic haydar, 'lion,' famously a title of Ali ibn Abi Talib, cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. The name carries courage and honor, which we note respectfully.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Haydar comes from the Arabic haydar, 'lion,' and is best known as a title of Ali ibn Abi Talib, cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. It reads as brave and honored across Muslim communities, which we note respectfully (said 'HY-dar').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, most often among Muslim families. Rare, strong, and honored.
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What does the name Haydar mean?
Haydar is Arabic for 'lion' and was a title of Ali ibn Abi Talib — a name of courage, which we note respectfully.
How do you pronounce Haydar?
It's said HY-dar /ˈhaɪ.dɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Haydar a boy or girl name?
Haydar is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Haydar?
Haydar is a rare name in the U.S., carried most often by Muslim families.