Boy name
Tahir name meaning
“pure, unblemished”
Tahir is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning pure or unblemished. It comes from the Arabic word ṭāhir, which describes a state of cleanliness or purity. Thahir is an alternative transliteration of the same source word, differing in how its opening sound is written.
What does Tahir mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Tahir
From Arabic ṭāhir, meaning clean or pure. Thahir is an alternative transliteration.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Tahir in Islam and the Quran
Tahir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Tahir
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Tahir, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Tahir as a first name
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Tahir Ilman
Interpretation
May learning and knowledge grow alongside a heart of purity.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Tahir Wahidi
Interpretation
A picture of purity joined with the meaning of oneness in life.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Wahidi: associated with the one
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Tahir Syabani
Interpretation
A picture of purity present alongside the atmosphere of the month of Shaban.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Syabani: associated with the month of Sha‘ban
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Interpretation
A picture of someone wrapped in cloth, pure, honest, and trustworthy.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Mudatsir: one wrapped in a cloak
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
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Tahir Fitrianto
Interpretation
May this person grow with purity and a natural disposition.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Fitrianto: natural, innate
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Interpretation
May this person have a pure heart, uphold truth, and possess knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Shidqi: truthful, committed to honesty
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Tahir Salamat
Interpretation
May purity accompany a life filled with safety and wellbeing.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Salamat: safety and well-being
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Interpretation
May purity accompany an elevated position and greater good fortune.Meaning of each word
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
- Ahza: more fortunate
Tahir as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this person be purehearted, calm, dignified, and full of generosity.Meaning of each word
- Wakur: composed and dignified
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
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Interpretation
May purity and truth become the foundation of learning and knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Haq: truth, that which is right
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Interpretation
May this person achieve victory through accuracy with a pure heart.Meaning of each word
- Mudaffar: one granted victory
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
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Interpretation
May harmony and wellbeing continue to increase alongside purity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Rafa: harmony and well-being
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Zidni: increase for me
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Interpretation
May purity become the key that opens many fields of knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Mifta: a key, an opening tool
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Ulum: sciences, branches of knowledge
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Interpretation
May this person discern with a pure heart and abundant generosity.Meaning of each word
- Fariz: one who distinguishes or sorts
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
- Hisyam: generosity
Tahir as a last name
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Faishol Tahir
Interpretation
May this person resolve matters while always preserving purity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Faishol: arbiter or distinguisher
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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Habib Tahir
Interpretation
May this person be dearly loved with an ever pure heart.Meaning of each word
- Habib: beloved, dearly loved
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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Interpretation
May joy and truth accompany a heart that remains pure.Meaning of each word
- Masrur: filled with joy
- Haq: truth, that which is right
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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Muammar Tahir
Interpretation
May this person receive a long life with purity always preserved.Meaning of each word
- Muammar: one granted a long life
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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Dhofir Tahir
Interpretation
May this person achieve victory with a heart that remains pure.Meaning of each word
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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Rifki Tahir
Interpretation
May gentleness of manner always be joined with purity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
- Tahir: pure, unblemished
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How to pronounce Tahir
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tahir/ |
| Arabic script | طاهر |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦠꦲꦶꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮒᮠᮤᮁ |
Is Tahir a boy’s name?
Yes, Tahir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 81% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Tahir ranks #402 among boy names in our data sample (52 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 Tahir
- Taher♂Pure, clean
- Tohir♂♀Pure, free from impurity
- Tahi♂Intention, plan
- Thohir♂Pure, free from impurity
- Tauhid♂Belief in the oneness of God
- Takdir♂Fate ordained by God
- Tamin♂♀Protection, provision of security
- Tari♂♀Rhythmic bodily movement, dance
- Tagor♂♀Admonition, reminder
- Taha♂Opening letters of Surah Taha
- Thio♂♀To spread, to stretch
- Talib♂Seeker, student
Names with related meanings
- Afif♂Chaste and honorable
- Subhan♂The transcendence and glory of God
- Zaki♂Pure, virtuous, growing in goodness
- Taher♂Pure, clean
- Maksum♂Protected from error or sin
- Thohir♂Pure, free from impurity
- Ning♂♀Clear
- Tirta♂Water
- Fitrah♂♀Innate disposition, original nature
- Ismet♂Purity and protection
- Affan♂Maintaining chastity and personal integrity
- Santo♂Holy or a saint
Famous people named Tahir
- Tahir · b. 1952
- Tahir Djide · b. 1939
- Tahir Hadiwijoyo · b. 1985
- Prof. Dr. M. Tahir Azhary
- Tahir · b. 1981
- Tahir · b. 1964
- Tahir · b. 1974
- Tahir · b. 1966
- Tahir Abdullah · b. 1950
- Tahir Danreng · b. 1961
- Tahir H. Siri · b. 1960
- Tahir Mahmud · b. 1959
FAQ about the name Tahir
What is the meaning of Tahir?
Tahir means pure, unblemished. From Arabic ṭāhir, meaning clean or pure. Thahir is an alternative transliteration.
Is Tahir a boy’s name?
Yes, Tahir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 81% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Tahir?
Tahir is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Tahir in the Quran?
Tahir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Tahir have?
Tahir has 2 syllables (Ta-hir) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Tahir?
Tahir ranks #402 among boy names in our data sample (52 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Tahir?
Other spellings: Thahir.
What full names go well with Tahir?
Some ideas: Tahir Ilman; Wakur Tahir Fadlan; Faishol Tahir.
Famous people named Tahir?
Notable people named Tahir include Tahir, Tahir Djide, Tahir Hadiwijoyo.
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