Quadir
Quadir is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Capable, powerful, or competent.
Origin and history
Quadir is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning capable or powerful. In Islamic tradition, Al-Qadir is one of the 99 attributes of God. It is moderately used in the United States, primarily among Muslim and African American communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,964 babies in the United States have been named Quadir since 1880. It ranks #2903 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1507.
States where it is most popular
- PA (39.9 %)
- NJ (24 %)
- NY (21.8 %)
- GA (2.9 %)
- NC (2.9 %)
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 | 25 |
| 1980-1990 | 92 |
| 1990-2000 | 249 |
| 2000-2010 | 759 |
| 2010-2019 | 416 |
| 2020-2029 | 423 |
Famous people named Quadir
- Quadir Welton: Athlete, Basketball Player
Fun facts
- It derives from the Arabic root Q-D-R, which relates to power, decree, and ability.
- The name has seen steady moderate usage in the United States, ranking among the top 2,000 male names in recent years.