Commander
Pronunciation: /ˈæli/, /ˈɑːli/
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Sepahdar is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Commander". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈæli/, /ˈɑːli/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Translation
علی
علی
Source Language
Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.
Ali
High
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
/ˈæli/, /ˈɑːli/
Origin
Root Origin
Arabic
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Wednesday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical Usage
Sepahdar-e Azam, or the Grand Vizier, was a high ranking official under the Safavid Empire. The position was established in 1501, when Ismail I ascended to the throne. The Sepahdar-e Azam was in charge of the military and government affairs.
1501-1722
Sepehrid dynasty ruled parts of present-day Iran and Iraq during the late 12th and 13th centuries. The name 'Sepehrid' is derived from the Persian term 'Sepahdar', which means 'commander of the army'. The Sepehrids established their power base in Fars province and maintained a military government with the Sepahdar as its commander.
1184-1282
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Translations
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Ali
Exalted, Sublime
علی
علی
Ali
High
अली
व्यापक
علي
علي
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