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Izhar
Pronounced IZ-har /ˈɪz.hɑr/Medium
Meaning: Izhar is a biblical Hebrew name, read as 'he will shine' or 'oil, brightness'; in scripture Izhar was a Levite. Separately, Izhar is an Arabic word/name meaning 'manifestation, showing'. Routes vary by tradition.Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Izhar is a biblical Hebrew name read as 'he will shine' or 'oil, brightness' — in scripture, Izhar was a Levite. In Arabic, izhar means 'manifestation, showing'. The routes vary by tradition, which we note (said 'IZ-har').
It is rare in the U.S. but known in Hebrew and Arabic-speaking communities. A bright, dual-rooted pick.
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What does the name Izhar mean?
Izhar is a biblical Hebrew name, 'he will shine' or 'oil'; in Arabic it means 'manifestation'. Routes vary by tradition.
How do you pronounce Izhar?
It's said IZ-har /ˈɪz.hɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Izhar a boy or girl name?
Izhar is used here as a boy's name.
How popular is Izhar?
Izhar is rare in the U.S. but known in Hebrew and Arabic-speaking communities.