Male Name
Zaahir
ˈðˤaː.hir
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
99 names of Allah
clarity
gods
Writing Systems
ظاهرArabic
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
50/100
Meaning & Etymology
The name 'Zaahir' originates from Arabic, meaning 'clear, evident, manifest, outward'. It is derived from the root word ظهر (ẓahara), which signifies 'to be visible, to be clear'. In Islamic tradition, الظاهر (al-Ẓāhir) is recognized as one of the 99 names of Allah, emphasizing the divine attribute of being manifest and evident in the universe.
Etymology
Original Form:
ظهر (ẓahara)
Evolution:
The term evolved from the root meaning 'to be visible' to signify clarity and manifestation, eventually becoming a name that embodies these qualities.
Source:
Arabic linguistic tradition and Islamic theological texts.