Boy name
Qadir name meaning
“capable, possessing power”
Qadir is a masculine name from Arabic meaning “capable, possessing power.” Its source word, qādir, means capable or powerful and derives from qadara, meaning to be able. Kadir is a spelling variant. The form al-Qādir is also one of the divine names in Islam, retaining the connection to power.
What does Qadir mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Qadir
From Arabic qādir, 'capable or powerful', derived from qadara, 'to be able'. Al-Qādir is also one of the divine names in Islam.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Asma ul-Husna (99 Names of God) |
| Starts with | Q |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Qadir in Islam and the Quran
Qadir does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (قادر) does, for example in QS Al-An’am [6]: 37.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Qadir
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Qadir, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Ridho: contentment, willing acceptance
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
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Meaning of each word
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Kautsar: an abundant gift of goodness
- Mahbub: one who is loved, beloved
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Qadir Taufiqurrahman
Meaning of each word
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Taufiqurrahman: guidance and help from the Most Merciful
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Meaning of each word
- Nurhakim: light and wisdom
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Emir: commander, ruler
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Qadir Isra
Meaning of each word
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Isra: journey by night
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Meaning of each word
- Qadir: capable, possessing power
- Rabbani: divine or pertaining to the Lord
- Masyhur: renowned, widely known
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How to pronounce Qadir
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kadir/ |
| Arabic script | قادر |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦢꦶꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮋᮓᮤᮁ |
Is Qadir a boy’s name?
Yes, Qadir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Qadir ranks #3,540 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Qadir
Names with related meanings
- Santoso♂Secure, steadfast, prosperous
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Teguh♂Steadfast, not easily shaken
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Hamzah♂Lion
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Santosa♂Steadfast, tranquil
- Ricky♂Powerful ruler
- Prabowo♂Authority, influence
- Dicky♂Powerful ruler
- Hermanto♂Warrior
- Suherman♂A good warrior
FAQ about the name Qadir
What is the meaning of Qadir?
Qadir means capable, possessing power. From Arabic qādir, 'capable or powerful', derived from qadara, 'to be able'. Al-Qādir is also one of the divine names in Islam.
Is Qadir a boy’s name?
Yes, Qadir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Qadir?
Qadir is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Qadir in the Quran?
Qadir does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (قادر) does, for example in QS Al-An’am [6]: 37.
How many syllables does Qadir have?
Qadir has 2 syllables (Qa-dir) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Qadir?
Qadir ranks #3,540 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Qadir?
Other spellings: Kadir.
What full names go well with Qadir?
Some ideas: Qadir Ridho Dhofir; Qadir Kautsar Mahbub; Qadir Taufiqurrahman.
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