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Khair
Khair Pronunciation
Khair is pronounced KHYR /ˈxaɪr/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic khair, 'goodness; blessing, welfare; the best, the good'Medium
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History & Origin
Khair comes from Arabic khair, 'goodness, blessing, welfare, prosperity; the best, the good'. A strong, auspicious, virtuous name across the Arab world (often part of compounds like Khairuddin, 'the goodness of the faith'; said 'KHYR', the 'kh' a soft throaty sound).
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, goodness-and-blessing at the root, and auspicious.
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How do you pronounce Khair?
Khair is pronounced KHYR (/ˈxaɪr/). Press play above to hear Khair said aloud.
How do you say Khair?
Khair is said KHYR (/ˈxaɪr/). Press play above to hear Khair said aloud.
What does the name Khair mean?
Khair is Arabic for 'goodness, blessing; the best, the good'.
Is Khair a boy or girl name?
Khair is a boy's name.
How popular is Khair?
Khair is a rare name in the U.S.