Ammar
Ammar is a given name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures and regions. The name is derived from the Arabic root "ع م ر" (ʿ-m-r), which means "to live long" or "to build." It is a popular name in many Muslim-majority countries and among Arabic-speaking communities.
Notable People Named Ammar[edit | edit source]
- Ammar ibn Yasir - A companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and one of the earliest converts to Islam.
- Ammar al-Basri - A notable Christian theologian and philosopher from the 9th century.
- Ammar Campa-Najjar - An American politician and former candidate for the United States House of Representatives.
Historical Significance[edit | edit source]
The name Ammar holds historical significance, particularly in Islamic history. Ammar ibn Yasir is a prominent figure known for his unwavering faith and loyalty to Muhammad. He faced severe persecution for his beliefs and is considered one of the most respected companions in Islamic tradition.
Cultural Impact[edit | edit source]
In addition to its historical significance, the name Ammar is widely used in contemporary times. It is a common name in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and Iraq. The name is also found among Muslim communities in non-Arabic speaking countries.
Variations and Similar Names[edit | edit source]
The name Ammar has several variations and similar names, including:
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
 | This Islamic biography-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
```
This template is designed for marking short or incomplete articles (stubs) related to biographies within the context of Islam. It automatically categorizes tagged articles into "Islam biography stubs" for easy identification and expansion by contributors.
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
