Find out how popular the first name Khader has been for the last 14 years (from 1995 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Khader by gender

Based on the last 14 years of data, Khader is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 10 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Khader.

The history of the first name Khader

The given name Khader has its origins in the Arabic language. It is derived from the Arabic word "khadra," which means "green" or "verdant." This name has been in use for centuries among Arabic-speaking communities in the Middle East and North Africa.

In Islamic tradition, the name Khader is associated with the figure of Al-Khidr, a mysterious and enigmatic figure mentioned in the Qur'an. Al-Khidr is often referred to as the "Green Man" or the "Ever-Living One," and he is revered as a spiritual guide and a symbol of eternal life and wisdom.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Khader can be found in the 8th century text "Kitab al-Buldan" by the Arab geographer and historian Al-Yaqubi. This work contains references to individuals bearing the name Khader in various regions of the Islamic world.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Khader. One such figure was Khader Khan (1779-1857), a Pashtun chief and military commander who played a significant role in the First Anglo-Afghan War. Another prominent bearer of the name was Khader Adnan (1874-1965), a renowned Syrian poet and literary figure who contributed greatly to the revival of Arabic literature in the early 20th century.

In the realm of religious scholarship, Khader al-Nabulsi (1641-1711) was a prominent Hanafi jurist and Sufi scholar from Damascus. His works on Islamic jurisprudence and spirituality had a significant impact on the intellectual discourse of his time.

The name Khader has also been carried by notable athletes, such as Khader El-Tounsy (1909-1949), an Egyptian weightlifter who won multiple Olympic medals in the 1920s and 1930s, and Khader Bakit (born 1980), a Moroccan long-distance runner who specialized in marathon events.

While the name Khader has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has also been adopted by individuals from various ethnic and religious backgrounds, particularly in regions with significant Arab or Islamic influence.

Data source

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