Jaafar Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jaafar Name at a Glance

Name	Jaafar
Meaning	Variant of Jafar: Rivulet..
Origin	Muslim
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jaafar Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jaafar means “Variant of Jafar: Rivulet”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jaafar Name Origin

Our database records Jaafar under Muslim origin. Browse more Muslim baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jaafar a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jaafar is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jaafar

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