"moon"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Qamar
Girl Name
#3,373 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
The Arabic word for moon — radiant and timeless
Arabic
Muslim
Middle Eastern
South Asian
Spiritual
Elegant
Classic
Gentle
Meaning & Origin
"beauty; radiance"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- The Q spelling may cause confusion about pronunciation for non-Arabic speakers
The Story of Qamar
Qamar is the Arabic word for 'moon,' cherished as a name across the Islamic world for centuries. In Arabic poetry and literature, the moon has always been the supreme symbol of beauty — to say 'your face is like the moon' is one of the highest compliments in classical Arabic verse. The name appears in pre-Islamic Arabic poetry and carries the full romantic and celestial tradition of one of the world's great literary cultures.
Qamar is a traditional Arabic name used across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia wherever Arabic culture has had influence. It is especially popular in Pakistan, where Arabic-origin names are widely used. In Western countries, it has grown as Muslim communities maintain their naming traditions across generations.
In Islamic culture, the moon holds special significance — the Islamic calendar is lunar, Ramadan begins with the sighting of the new moon, and the crescent moon is a symbol of Islam. Naming a daughter Qamar connects her to this rich celestial tradition and to the Arabic poetic tradition of praising beauty through lunar imagery.
Fun Facts
- The Islamic calendar is entirely lunar (qamar in Arabic), with months beginning at the new moon — Ramadan and Eid are determined by moon sightings
- Qamar is one of the few names shared between Arabic, Urdu, and Persian with the exact same meaning, spelling, and pronunciation
Qamar in Other Languages
Urdu
قمر
Arabic
قمر
English
Qamar
Persian
قمر
Turkish
Kamer
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,373
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Middle Eastern South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Qami
Mari
Pairs Well With
Qamar Fatima
Qamar Nour
Qamar Amira
Qamar Sana
Qamar Layla
Qamar Zeynep
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Qamar is also used as a boy name, ranked #21860.
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Same Origin Names (Arabic)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Qamar
What does the name Qamar mean?
"moon" (from Arabic). "beauty; radiance" (from Arabic). Qamar is the Arabic word for 'moon,' cherished as a name across the Islamic world for centuries. In Arabic poetry and literature, the moon has always been the supreme symbol of beauty — to say 'your face is like the moon' is one of the highest compliments in classical Arabic verse. The name appears in pre-Islamic Arabic poetry and carries the full romantic and celestial tradition of one of the world's great literary cultures.
What is the origin of the name Qamar?
Qamar has Arabic, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "moon". In Arabic, it means "beauty; radiance".
Is Qamar a boy or girl name?
Qamar is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3373. As a boy name, it is ranked #21860. Qamar is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Qamar?
Qamar is currently ranked #3373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Qamar?
Common nicknames for Qamar include Qami and Mari.
What are good middle names for Qamar?
Popular middle name pairings include Qamar Fatima, Qamar Nour, Qamar Amira, Qamar Sana, Qamar Layla, and Qamar Zeynep.
What are good sibling names for Qamar?
Names that pair well with Qamar as siblings include Nour, Shams, Zara, Omar, Tariq, and Layla.
How many syllables does Qamar have?
Qamar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Qamar a common or rare name?
Qamar is an uncommon name, ranked #3373 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Qamar
Qamar is a girl name with Arabic, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and South Asian origins . The name means "moon" in Arabic .
Is Qamar a boy or girl name? Qamar is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,373 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,860. Qamar is more commonly used as a girl name.
Qamar is currently ranked #3,373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Qamar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Qamar include Qami and Mari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.