Kadir
Turkish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kadir
Kadir is an Arabic name derived from the root word "qadir" (قادر), meaning "powerful," "capable," or "mighty," often associated with divine power.
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Etymology
Kadir is an Arabic name derived from the root word "qadir" (قادر), meaning "powerful," "capable," or "mighty," often associated with divine power. The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures and Muslim-majority countries, with historical significance in Islamic scholarship and Ottoman history, notably borne by figures such as Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani, a revered Sufi saint.
Kadir currently ranks #3,895 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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