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FajrIslamic Unisex Arabic name meaning

Dawn, Morning Light

Pronunciation: FAH-jur

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Name
Fajr
Meaning
Dawn, Morning Light
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
FAH-jur
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Fajr mean?

Fajr is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Dawn". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: FAH-jur. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

فجر

صبح کی روشنی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

فجر

منظومه الصبح الباكر

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

FAH-jur

IPA

/ˈfædʒər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Fajr is listed as a islamic unisex name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Dawn. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellowOrange

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, and Communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

PeacefulHopefulOptimisticBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = Loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Islam, Fajr is the time for the morning prayer, signifying spiritual awakening and renewal.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In Islamic tradition, Fajr is the name for the early morning prayer, which is one of the five daily prayers required for Muslims. The Fajr prayer is usually performed just before sunrise. The Islamic action of waking up early for the Fajr prayer is also known as Tahajjud.
From a spiritual perspective, Fajr represents the hope and promise of a new day. The early morning light symbolizes the presence of Allah's Grace and Mercy in our lives. The Fajr prayer is a time for Muslims to reflect on their lives, seek forgiveness, and ask for Allah's Guidance and Protection. By starting the day with this spiritual practice, Muslims aim to carry the peaceful and mindful energy of the Fajr prayer throughout the day.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Fajr is mentioned in the book "The Golden Age of Islam" by historian Ibn Khaldun. The name Fajr carried significant weight in that era.

14th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Fajr

Dawn or the first light of the day

🇵🇰Urdu

فجر

صبح کی روشنی

🇸🇦Arabic

فجر

منظومه الصبح الباكر

🇮🇳Hindi

फज़र

सुबह की पहली किरण

🇦🇫Pashto

فجر

سحرو کا لومړی سوری

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