Haidar

Meaning of Haidar

Haidar, pronounced HI-dahr (/ˈhaɪdɑr/), is a masculine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the noun ḥaydar, meaning “lion.” Historically, it has served as an honorific epithet for ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, the fourth caliph in Islam, and thus carries connotations of courage, nobility and steadfast leadership. In contemporary Anglo-American contexts, Haidar has seen modest but sustained adoption, particularly within diasporic communities, and has ranked within the top 1,000 male names in the United States since the mid-1990s—most recently occupying the 903rd position in 2024. The name’s enduring appeal lies in its concise phonetic structure, its resonance with classical Arabic heritage and its capacity to convey both historical gravitas and modern adaptability within a multicultural naming landscape.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as HI-dahr (/ˈhaɪdɑr/)

• Haiden
• Hayden
• Hayder
• Haydar
• Haider
• Hyder