Jafar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-FAR / /dʒəˈfɑːr/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is great'; Persian: 'the one who is noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jafar is a name of Arabic origin, commonly associated with Islamic culture. It has historical significance due to figures like Jafar al-Sadiq, an important Islamic scholar and the sixth Shia Imam. The name has also been popularized in various cultural contexts, including literature and film.
Trend Summary
The name Jafar has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often influenced by cultural representations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jafaar
International Variants
- Jafar (Arabic)
- Jaffar (Arabic)
- Jafar (Persian)
Famous people named Jafar
Jafar al-Sadiq was a prominent Islamic scholar and the sixth Shia Imam, known for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence.
Jafar Panahi is an Iranian filmmaker recognized for his impactful films that often address social issues.
Jafar Muhammad is a notable figure in the field of Islamic studies, contributing to various academic discussions.
Jafar Zaman is a contemporary artist known for his work in modern art exhibitions.
Fictional characters named Jafar
Jafar is a character in Disney's 'Aladdin', serving as the main antagonist and a sorcerer seeking power.
Jafar is a character in the 'Aladdin' franchise, depicted as the royal vizier with ambitions to control the kingdom.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jafar was first seen in the United States in 1975. Jafar has ranked as high as #1204 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Jafar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jafar (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 22 |