Indian name meaning
Ghaffar
♂ BoyGhaf·far · 2 syllables
The ever-forgiving; a name of God
- Origin
- Arabic
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
- Also spelled
- Gaffar
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Ghaffar add up to 28, which reduces to 1.
About the name Ghaffar
Ghaffar is a boy's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “The ever-forgiving; a name of God.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Ghaffar has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Gaffar.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghaffar mean?
Ghaffar means “The ever-forgiving; a name of God.” It is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Is Ghaffar a boy or a girl name?
Ghaffar is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Ghaffar?
Ghaffar is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Ghaffar?
In the Chaldean system, Ghaffar has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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