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SeharIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Night, Tranquility

Pronunciation: seh-har

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Name
Sehar
Meaning
Night, Tranquility
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
seh-har
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Sehar mean?

Sehar is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Night". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: seh-har. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

سحر

صبح کا وقت، فجر، طلوع آفتاب کا وقت

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

سحر

الصبح الباكر، الفجر، وقت الصباح الأول

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

seh-har

IPA

/sɛhɑːr/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Sehar is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Night. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

SilverMoonlight

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: The freedom to adapt and change, the ability to learn from experience

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmnessPeaceSerenityIntrospectionCreativityImagination

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a girl who brings peace and tranquility in the midst of chaos and darkness

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The word "Sehar" in Islamic culture refers to the pre-dawn meal eaten by Muslims before they fast during the daytime hours of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. This custom is deeply rooted in Islamic traditions, as it is mentioned in many Hadiths (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him). The Sehar meal is considered an essential part of the Ramadan observance and a time for families to come together and share a small feast, strengthening their bonds and fostering a sense of community.
In Islamic spirituality, the term "Sehar" holds deeper significance beyond the physical act of eating before the fast. Sehar represents the inner state of peace, tranquility, and fortitude that Muslims are encouraged to cultivate before embarking on their daily spiritual journey during Ramadan. The night before a day of fasting is a time for reflection, contemplation, and spiritual renewal, as Muslims seek to purify their hearts and souls in preparation for the challenges and blessings of the day ahead. As such, Sehar embodies the spiritual essence of the month-long fast, reminding Muslims of their ultimate goal: to draw closer to Allah (God) and to strive for self-improvement and personal growth.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Sehar is the name of a female companion of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) who is known for her piety and dedication to fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Sehar Afsar BariSehar Sheikh

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Sehar

Dawn, early morning, time of sunrise

🇵🇰Urdu

سحر

صبح کا وقت، فجر، طلوع آفتاب کا وقت

🇸🇦Arabic

سحر

الصبح الباكر، الفجر، وقت الصباح الأول

🇮🇳Hindi

सहर

सुबह का समय, फज्र, सूर्योदय का समय

🇦🇫Pashto

سحر

د سهار وخت، فجر، د لمر لویدو وخت

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