Matar

In Arabic: مَطَر

Water falling from clouds; an Arabic name and Quranic word, though in the Quran it occurs predominantly in contexts of punishment.

الماء النازل من السحاب، وهو اسم عربي ولفظ قرآني، وإن غلب وروده للعذاب في القرآن.

  • Boy name
  • Qur'anic
  • Nature
  • Heritage
  • Short
  • Strong sound
  • Rare
  • Gulf

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    مَطَر, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

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    Pleased to meet you, I'm مَطَر.

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  • SahabClouds bearing water; a Quranic word evoking shade, rain, and the promise of fertile land.Learn more
  • ShihabA bright flame of fire; a Quranic word portraying a piercing or visible meteor sent against those who eavesdrop on heaven.Learn more

Questions parents ask

What does the name Matar mean?
Water falling from clouds; an Arabic name and Quranic word, though in the Quran it occurs predominantly in contexts of punishment.
Is Matar a boy or a girl name?
Matar is a boy name.
How is Matar written in English?
Matar in Arabic: مَطَر.
Does Matar fit the father's name?
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