Kabir

Gender:boy

Meaning:the great

Origin:Arabic

Pronunciation:kah beer

Variations:-Coming Soon-

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About Kabir

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This name would be a good choice for parents who hope their son grows up to greatness – after all, he will be named after a saint!

Detailed Meaning

Kabir is a common boy’s name which comes from the Arabic Al-Kabir which means ‘The Great’ – the 37th name of God in Islam. Kabir was a mystic poet and saint of India whose writings have greatly influenced the Bhakti movement. His legacy is today carried forward by the Kabir Panth, a religious community that recognises him as its founder.

Famous People With This Name

The most famous person with this name is the Indian saint mentioned above, who started the Khakti movement.

Possible Nicknames

Nicknames for Kabir could include KaKa or Bir, although that would sound like ‘beer’ and might create confusion.

Related Names

Kabir can also be spelt Kaabir or Kabeer, which are merely spelling variations and have the same meaning.

Stories Featuring This Name

The most famous story featuring this name is the story of Kabir and how his writings created Hinduism’s Bhakti movement.

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