Adar

Arabic, Hebrew

"maidens; noble, exalted"

Adar Origin and Meaning

The name Adar is a girl's name.

Adar is a feminine name with rich multicultural origins. In Hebrew, Adar is the sixth month of the civil year in the Jewish calendar, associated with joy and the festival of Purim. In Kurdish traditions, Adar means 'fire' and is connected to the celebration of the new year. The name also appears in Welsh mythology as a bird symbolizing time and the changing seasons. Despite its ancient roots, Adar remains rare in contemporary Western naming practice. The name's brevity and melodic quality give it a modern feel despite its traditional origins. Parents might choose Adar for its cross-cultural significance, meaningful associations with natural elements, or simply for its distinctive sound and compact elegance.

The name Adar in Pop Culture

• Adar a twelfth month (Esther 9:1)