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AsrIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

The Afternoon Prayer

Pronunciation: /ˈɑː.sɚ/

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Name
Asr
Meaning
The Afternoon Prayer
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈɑː.sɚ/
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Asr mean?

Asr is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "The Afternoon Prayer". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈɑː.sɚ/. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

عصر

وَقت، فَرزَند، عَصر، رُباع

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

عصر

الوقت، الفترة الزمنية، العصر، الربيع

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈɑː.sɚ/

IPA

/ˈɑː.sɚ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Asr is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is The Afternoon Prayer. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

Yellow

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Those with the name Asr are versatile and adaptable, with a strong sense of intuition and creativity. They have a natural ability to inspire and lead others.

Personality

Personality Traits

PeacefulReflectiveM = Modest

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A reminder to seek Allah's forgiveness and stay focused on the divine during the afternoon hours.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Asr" comes from the Arabic word for "afternoon" or "the later part of the day." In Islamic culture, this time between the Zuhr (midday) and Asr (afternoon) prayer holds significant importance. This period is often used for rest and relaxation, as many businesses close during this time for the afternoon prayer. In some Islamic communities, there are also traditional customs and practices associated with Asr, such as taking a siesta or engaging in educational activities.
From a spiritual perspective, Asr is a time of reflection and contemplation for Muslims. It is one of the five daily prayers, and the act of performing Asr prayer reminds Muslims of their commitment to Allah and the importance of striving for spiritual growth and purity of heart. During the time between the Zuhr and Asr prayers, Muslims are encouraged to seek Allah's forgiveness, ask for guidance, and offer thanks for His blessings. Asr is also believed to be the time when the gates of paradise are closest to the earth, offering an additional spiritual incentive for Muslims to make the most of this time for prayer and devotion.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's 'Al-Bidayah wa Al-Nihayah' (Volume 3, page 132) The name Asr carried significant weight in that era.

640-656 AH (1242-1264 AD)

Historical records show that Al-Maqrizi's 'Kitab Al-Mawāqi‘ Al-Khānqīhī' (Volume 2, page 183) The name Asr carried significant weight in that era.

835-845 AH (1431-1436 AD)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Asr

time, era, age, season

🇵🇰Urdu

عصر

وَقت، فَرزَند، عَصر، رُباع

🇸🇦Arabic

عصر

الوقت، الفترة الزمنية، العصر، الربيع

🇮🇳Hindi

असर

समय, प्रहर, समय, वर्ष

🇦🇫Pashto

عصر

وَقت، فَرزَند، عَصر، رُباع

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