About the name
Zulfiqar is a traditional Arabic boy name meaning 'From Arabic ذو الفقار (Dhu al-Fiqar) meaning cleaver of the spine. This was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's sword, also used by his son-in-law Ali'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zulfiqar
- What is the meaning of the name Zulfiqar?
- Zulfiqar means "From Arabic ذو الفقار (Dhu al-Fiqar) meaning cleaver of the spine. This was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's sword, also used by his son-in-law Ali.". It is a traditional boy name of Arabic origin.
- How is Zulfiqar written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): ज़ुल्फिqर · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): ઝુલ્ફિqર
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