Zafar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAH-far / /ˈzɑːfɑːr/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
victory (Arabic); triumph (Persian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zafar is associated with victory and success, often used in historical contexts to denote triumph in battles or achievements. In Persian, the name carries a similar connotation of triumph and is sometimes linked to literary and poetic traditions. The name has been used in various historical texts and is celebrated in both cultures for its positive implications.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zafaar
- Zaf
- Zafor
International Variants
- Zafar (Arabic)
- Zafar (Persian)
Famous people named Zafar
Zafar Iqbal — Pakistani cricketer.
Zafar Khan — Indian politician.
Zafar Ansari — English cricketer.
Fictional characters named Zafar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zafar was first seen in the United States in 1993. Zafar has ranked as high as #1372 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Zafar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zafar (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 5 |