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Zulkarnain name meaning

“possessor of two horns”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
/zulkarnain/
Gender
♂ Boy
Origin
Arabic
Syllables
3
Popularity
#221

Zulkarnain is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning ‘possessor of two horns’. It comes from the Arabic epithet Dhū al-Qarnayn, which literally refers to possession of two horns. The name also refers to a figure mentioned in the Quran, providing another context for its use.

What does Zulkarnain mean?

Possessor of two horns

In Indonesian: pemilik dua tanduk

Origin and cultural usage of Zulkarnain

From the Arabic epithet Dhū al-Qarnayn, literally referring to possession of two horns. Zulkarnain is a figure mentioned in the Quran.

Linguistic originArabic
Naming traditionIslamic
Starts withZ · Zu

Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.

Zulkarnain in Islam and the Quran

Zulkarnain appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Kahf [18]: 83.

This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.

Name combinations with Zulkarnain

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Zulkarnain, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Zulkarnain as a first name

  • Zulkarnain Azka

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns with greater purity.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Azka: purer, more virtuous
  • Zulkarnain Aiman Rafif

    Interpretation
    An image of a fortunate owner of two horns with gentle radiance.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
    • Rafif: a shimmer or gentle flutter
  • Zulkarnain Fathi

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns accompanying openings and victory.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Fathi: associated with opening or victory
  • Zulkarnain Radi

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns accepting with contentment.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Radi: content, satisfied or accepting
  • Zulkarnain Fadlan

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns possessing nobility and generosity.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
  • Zulkarnain Alfajar

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns in dawn's first light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Alfajar: the first light of dawn
  • Zulkarnain Havid

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns serving as a guardian.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Havid: guardian; preserver
  • Zulkarnain Ainul Habib

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns as a beloved source.

    Meaning of each word

    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Ainul: eye or spring, a compound element
    • Habib: beloved, dearly loved

Zulkarnain as a middle name

  • Arsya Zulkarnain Haq

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns, a throne, and truth.

    Meaning of each word

    • Arsya: throne
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Haq: truth, that which is right
  • Rifki Zulkarnain Fariz

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns showing gentleness and discernment.

    Meaning of each word

    • Rifki: associated with gentleness
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Fariz: one who distinguishes or sorts
  • Hikam Zulkarnain Ilman

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns possessing wisdom and knowledge.

    Meaning of each word

    • Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Ilman: knowledge, learning
  • Daffa Zulkarnain Rafa

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns defending harmony and welfare.

    Meaning of each word

    • Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Rafa: harmony and well-being
  • Ikhlas Zulkarnain Nuryaman

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns with sincerity and light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Ikhlas: sincerity of heart, purity of intention
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Nuryaman: light
  • Fadlan Zulkarnain Salamat

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns with generosity, safety, and welfare.

    Meaning of each word

    • Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
    • Salamat: safety and well-being

Zulkarnain as a last name

  • Farhan Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns filled with joy.

    Meaning of each word

    • Farhan: joyful, delighted
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
  • Rezky Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns receiving provision for life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Rezky: sustenance, provision for life
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
  • Fathor Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns accompanied by openings and victory.

    Meaning of each word

    • Fathor: opening, victory
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
  • Syukron Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns expressing thanks.

    Meaning of each word

    • Syukron: an expression of thanks
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
  • Aufa Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns showing greater faithfulness.

    Meaning of each word

    • Aufa: more faithful, truer to promises
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns
  • Hidayatul Zulkarnain

    Interpretation
    An image of the owner of two horns receiving guidance toward truth.

    Meaning of each word

    • Hidayatul: guidance, direction toward truth
    • Zulkarnain: possessor of two horns

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How to pronounce Zulkarnain

Syllables3 · 10 letters · 10-letter boy names
IPA/zulkarnain/
Arabic scriptذو القرنين
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦗ꦳ꦸꦭ꧀ꦏꦂꦤꦲꦶꦤ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮐᮥᮜ᮪ᮊᮁᮔᮄᮔ᮪

Is Zulkarnain a boy’s name?

Yes, Zulkarnain is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 99% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 99%Girls 1% ♀

Zulkarnain ranks #221 among boy names in our data sample (83 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

Names that sound like Zulkarnain

Famous people named Zulkarnain

  • Zulkarnain (pemain sepak bola) · b. 1982
  • Tengku Zulkarnain · b. 1963
  • Zulkarnain Adinegara · b. 1961
  • Zulkarnain Kurniawan · b. 1923
  • Zulkarnain · b. 1938
  • Andi Zulkarnain Barnada · b. 1993
  • Andi Zulkarnain Pangki · b. 1965
  • Andi Zulkarnain Soetomo · b. 1979
  • H.Zulkarnain ZA
  • M. Zulkarnain
  • Moh. Zulkarnain Daipaha · b. 1970
  • Sultan Zulkarnain · b. 1959

FAQ about the name Zulkarnain

What is the meaning of Zulkarnain?

Zulkarnain means possessor of two horns. From the Arabic epithet Dhū al-Qarnayn, literally referring to possession of two horns. Zulkarnain is a figure mentioned in the Quran.

Is Zulkarnain a boy’s name?

Yes, Zulkarnain is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 99% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Zulkarnain?

Zulkarnain is of Arabic origin.

Is the name Zulkarnain in the Quran?

Zulkarnain appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Kahf [18]: 83.

How many syllables does Zulkarnain have?

Zulkarnain has 3 syllables (Zul-kar-nain) and 10 letters.

How popular is the name Zulkarnain?

Zulkarnain ranks #221 among boy names in our data sample (83 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What full names go well with Zulkarnain?

Some ideas: Zulkarnain Azka; Arsya Zulkarnain Haq; Farhan Zulkarnain.

Famous people named Zulkarnain?

Notable people named Zulkarnain include Zulkarnain (pemain sepak bola), Tengku Zulkarnain, Zulkarnain Adinegara.

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