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ShahpurIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

King, Ruler

Pronunciation: /əˈhɑːməd/

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Name
Shahpur
Meaning
King, Ruler
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Pashto, Persian, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/əˈhɑːməd/
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Shahpur mean?

Shahpur is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "King". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /əˈhɑːməd/. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

شدید سوابقہ

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

احمد

Most Generous

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/əˈhɑːməd/

IPA

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmad#Pronunciation

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Amber

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, Communication

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentDeterminedResilientProtectiveLoyalAuthoritative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a leader in the spiritual realm

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Shahpur" evokes a sense of power, rule, and authority, which can be seen in various aspects of Islamic culture. historically, "Shahs" or monarchs held significant political power, ruling over vast territories and populations. This cultural impact is still seen today, as leaders and political figures are often referred to as "Shah," signifying their authority and sovereignty.
In a spiritual context, the name "Shahpur" can be seen as a reference to the supreme ruler of the universe - God Almighty. The word "Shah" in Persian means king or ruler, and in a spiritual sense, God is the ultimate ruler and sovereign. The name reminds us of our need to submit to God's will and rule, seeking His guidance and protection in all aspects of our lives.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Shahpur was a Persian prince in the 6th century. The name Shahpur carried significant weight in that era.

6th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ahmad

Most Generous

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

شدید سوابقہ

🇸🇦Arabic

احمد

Most Generous

🇮🇳Hindi

अहमद

अहसन दाता

🇦🇫Pashto

احمد

دویداشته پور

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