Jafar
pronounced /Ja-fa-r/
Stream Jafar ibn Abi Talib was a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad who was killed fighting against Byzantium in the 7th century. Another notable bearer was Jafar al-Sadiq, the sixth Shia imam.
About the name
Jafar is a traditional Arabic boy name meaning 'Stream Jafar ibn Abi Talib was a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad who was killed fighting against Byzantium in the 7th century. Another notable bearer was Jafar al-Sadiq, the sixth Shia imam'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jafar
- What is the meaning of the name Jafar?
- Jafar means "Stream Jafar ibn Abi Talib was a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad who was killed fighting against Byzantium in the 7th century. Another notable bearer was Jafar al-Sadiq, the sixth Shia imam.". It is a traditional boy name of Arabic origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Jafar?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Jafar is Makara.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Jafar?
- The Nakshatra for Jafar is Uttara Ashadha.
- How is Jafar written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): जफर · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): જફર
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