Origin and Meaning of Kadir

Powerful, capable

Origin: Arabic - Derived from the Arabic root 'q-d-r' which means 'to be powerful' or 'to be capable'. The name is often associated with the qualities of strength and competence.

• Kadir is a popular name in various Muslim-majority countries and is used in both Arabic and Turkish cultures.
• The name is often associated with divine attributes in Islam, particularly in relation to one of Allah's names, Al-Qadir, meaning 'the Omnipotent'.
• Notable bearers of the name include Kadir İnanır, a famous Turkish actor, and Kadir Gecmeci, a prominent Turkish writer and poet.
• Kadir has seen fluctuations in popularity but remains a well-respected and frequently used name in Turkey and Arabic-speaking countries.
• Variations of the name include Qadir, which is common in Arabic-speaking regions, and Kadir can also be connected to similar names like Kadeer and Caadir.