Boy name
Mefhar name meaning
“source of pride or honor”
Mefhar means “a source of pride or honor” and comes from the Arabic word mafkhar, associated with taking pride in something. It is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Mefahir is a related plural form, while a celebrated achievement provides a concrete illustration of the name’s meaning.
What does Mefhar mean?
Source of pride or honor
In Turkish: övünç kaynağı, onur vesilesi
Mefhar is an older literary word for a source of honor or pride. Mefahir is its plural, and names such as Fahri and Fahrettin share the same root. Its meaning concerns an admired value or achievement rather than a particular physical object.
Origin of the name Mefhar
Mefhar derives from Arabic mafkhar (مفخر), formed from a root associated with pride. It denotes something that provides distinction or honor.
How to pronounce Mefhar
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mefhaɾ/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | مفخر |
Is Mefhar a boy’s name?
Yes, Mefhar is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Mefhar does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Mefhar
What is the meaning of Mefhar?
Mefhar means “source of pride or honor”. Mefhar derives from Arabic mafkhar (مفخر), formed from a root associated with pride. It denotes something that provides distinction or honor.
Is Mefhar a boy’s name?
Yes, Mefhar is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Mefhar in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Mefhar nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Mefhar?
Mefhar is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Mefhar have?
Mefhar has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Mefhar?
Mefhar does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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