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Kahir
Pronounced KAH-heer /ˈkɑ.hir/Medium
Meaning: A form of Qahir — from the Arabic, 'conqueror; victorious; dominant; one who prevails'Low
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History & Origin
Kahir is a form of Qahir — from the Arabic, 'conqueror; victorious; dominant; one who prevails'. A crisp, classic name (said 'KAH-heer').
In the U.S. it appears in Arabic-speaking and African-American families. Rare, conqueror-and-victorious at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Kahir mean?
Kahir is a form of Qahir — Arabic 'conqueror; victorious; dominant'.
How do you pronounce Kahir?
It's said KAH-heer /ˈkɑ.hir/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kahir a boy or girl name?
Kahir is a boy's name.
How popular is Kahir?
Kahir is a very rare name in the U.S.













