Find out how popular the first name Zafar has been for the last 31 years (from 1993 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zafar by gender

Based on the last 31 years of data, Zafar is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Zafar.

The history of the first name Zafar

The name Zafar is derived from the Arabic word 'zafar' which means 'victory' or 'triumph'. It has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, and is believed to have been in use since ancient times.

The earliest known reference to the name Zafar can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, where it is mentioned as one of the names of God. This suggests that the name has been in use for over 1400 years.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Zafar was Zafar Khan, a Mughal nobleman who lived in the 16th century. He was the governor of Gujarat and played a pivotal role in the Mughal conquest of the region.

Another notable figure was Zafar Ali Khan, a 19th century ruler of the princely state of Rampur in British India. He is remembered for his patronage of the arts and literature, and for modernizing his state.

In the modern era, one of the most famous individuals with the name Zafar was Mohammad Zafar, the last Mughal Emperor of India. He ascended to the throne in 1837 and was a prominent figure during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against the British East India Company.

Beyond the Indian subcontinent, one of the most well-known individuals with the name Zafar was Zafar Bangash, a Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team in the 1970s and 1980s. He is considered one of the best all-rounders in the history of Pakistani cricket.

Another notable figure was Zafar Ansari, an English cricketer of Pakistani descent who played for the England national team in the early 2010s. He was born in 1992 and is known for his all-round abilities as a left-arm spinner and a right-handed batsman.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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