Jafar
Jafar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Stream, rivulet, or small river.
Origin and history
Jafar is a classic male given name of Arabic origin that translates to 'stream' or 'rivulet'. Though relatively rare in the United States, it is widely recognized globally and historically in Islamic tradition. In Western popular culture, it is heavily recognized as the antagonist from Disney's Aladdin.
Popularity in the United States
671 babies in the United States have been named Jafar since 1880. It ranks #4005 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1835.
States where it is most popular
- NY (41.7 %)
- MI (29.2 %)
- NJ (29.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 32 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 154 |
| 2010-2019 | 174 |
| 2020-2029 | 92 |
Famous people named Jafar
- Jafar Panahi: Film Director, Screenwriter
- Jafar Jackson: Actor, Singer
Fun facts
- Ja'far ibn Abi Talib was a key early Islamic figure known for leading Muslim refugees to Abyssinia.
- The name reached mainstream global awareness in modern times through the Grand Vizier character in Disney's 1992 animated film Aladdin.