Dilwar
Persian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Dilwar
Dilwar is a Persian compound name composed of "dil" (heart) and "war" (possessor/holder), meaning "one who possesses the heart" or "heart-holder," derived from Old Persian linguistic roots.
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Etymology
Dilwar is a Persian compound name composed of "dil" (heart) and "war" (possessor/holder), meaning "one who possesses the heart" or "heart-holder," derived from Old Persian linguistic roots. The name is primarily used in Muslim communities across South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan, with historical use among Mughal-influenced nobility and warrior classes.
Dilwar currently ranks #2,425 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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