Meaning & Origin
Bahadur is a Persian name that means 'brave' or 'courageous'. It is a name that symbolizes strength and valor in Islamic tradition.
Spiritual meaning
The Quran emphasizes the importance of bravery in the face of adversity, as seen in Surah Al-Imran, verse 146.
Language details
Bahadur
bravery, courage, boldness, valor, hero, victor, winner
بہادر
شجاعت، بہادری، ستر، بہادر مرد، کامیاب، سروری
بہادر
النبرة الكامنة، الكفاح المستمر، الشجاعة المطلقة، الرفيع الواجب
बहादुर
शौर्य, बहादुरी, साहस, बहादुर पुरुष, सफलता, श्रेष्ठता
بهادر
ډیورن, ستر, بهادر مومن, کامیاب, سروري
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/bəˈhɑːdər/
/bəˈhɑːdər/
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Bahadur is deeply rooted in Islamic and South Asian cultures, where bravery and courage are highly valued virtues. This name was often bestowed upon individuals who demonstrated exceptional valor in battle or in everyday life. The name Bahadur is also common among military personnel and law enforcement officials in countries like Pakistan and India, as a mark of respect and recognition for their bravery and service to their communities.
In Islamic tradition, Bahadur holds a deeper spiritual significance as a reminder of the inner strength and courage that every believer should strive to possess. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) once said, "The strong is not the one who overcomes the people by his strength, but the strong is the one who controls himself while in anger." (Al-Tirmidhi). Thus, the name Bahadur serves as a constant reminder for Muslims to develop the inner strength to overcome their own desires and passions, and remain steadfast in their faith and commitment to God.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Historical records show that Bahadur was a Sikh warrior in the late 15th century. The name Bahadur carried significant weight in that era.
15th century
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