Xahir
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Xahir
Xahir is a variant spelling of Zahir, derived from the Arabic root z-h-r meaning "to shine" or "to appear," conveying meanings of "blooming," "flourishing," or "manifest." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Islamic contexts, with historical usage across Arabic-speaking regions and among Muslim communities worldwide.
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Etymology
Xahir is a variant spelling of Zahir, derived from the Arabic root z-h-r meaning "to shine" or "to appear," conveying meanings of "blooming," "flourishing," or "manifest." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Islamic contexts, with historical usage across Arabic-speaking regions and among Muslim communities worldwide.
Xahir currently ranks #12,277 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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