Tahir

The masculine first name Tahir (طاهر) has its roots in Arabic and is primarily used in countries such as Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan. Translated, the name means 'the Pure', 'the Chaste', or 'the Virtuous'.

What does the name Tahir mean?

The name Tahir (طاهر), which is masculine, has Arabic origins and is particularly common in the cultures of Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan. It is derived from the Arabic term Ṭāhir (طاهر), which encompasses meanings such as 'virtuous', 'pure', 'chaste', 'pious', and 'clean'. Additionally, Tahir is one of the 99 names of God in Islam. The name is widespread in various spelling variants in the Arabic and Persian regions. Alternatives include Taher, Tashir, as well as the feminine forms Tahire, Tahireh, Tahira, Tahirah, Tahera, Tahere, Tahereh, and Tashira. Furthermore, Tahir can also be used as a surname.

Where does the name Tahir come from?

The first name Tahir has Arabic origins and means 'the Pure'.

How do you pronounce Tahir?

The pronunciation of the name Tahir is distinctive and two syllables. It is typically pronounced as 'Ta-hir' [taˈhiːʁ], with the first syllable starting with an open A sound that conveys a certain directness. The second syllable is stressed and contains a long I sound. The rolled or aspirated r at the end provides a clear conclusion. Tahir exudes dignity and strength - a name with clear contours and calm intensity.

Popularity

In Germany, the first name Tahir enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 810th among the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 696th place. In the past ten years, Tahir has been given as a first name approximately 490 times, placing it 892nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 978th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ta / Tahi / Taho

Similar first names

Famous people

• Abu Tahir Marwazi (Japanese philosopher)
• Ibn Abi Tahir Tayfur (linguist from Iran)
• Sabaa Tahir (American-Pakistani author)
• Sayeed Tahir Shah (footballer from Afghanistan)
• Tahir Aslam Gora (Czech writer)
• Tahir Cevik (German singer)
• Tahir Emra (painter from Yugoslavia)
• Tahir Faraz (poet from India)
• Tahir Gjoci (American singer)
• Tahir Hussain (Pakistani physicist)
• Tahir Hussain (actor from India)
• Tahir Imran (cricketer from Pakistan)
• Tahir Kamran (Pakistani historian)
• Tahir Karapinar (footballer)
• Tahir Khan (cricketer from Pakistan)
• Tahir Mughal (cricketer from Pakistan)
• Tahir Musa Ceylan (poet)
• Tahir Naqqash (Pakistani cricketer)
• Tahir Niksic (Yugoslav actor)
• Tahir Qadri (Pakistani scholar)