Waqar is a masculine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the Arabic word waqār (وقار), which means "majesty" or "dignity." The name carries connotations of honor, respect, and solemnity, reflecting qualities highly valued in Islamic and South Asian cultures. Etymology and Linguistic Roots The name Waqar comes directly from the Arabic root و-ق-ر (w-q-r), which conveys the idea of dignity, gravity, and self-respect. In Arabic, waqār is used to describe a person who possesses a calm and dignified presence. The name is particularly common among Muslim populations in South Asia, especially in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, as noted in the Wikipedia article. Notable Bearers Several notable individuals have borne the name Waqar, and Waqar Younis is perhaps the most famous internationally. Let's add him for context: Waqar Younis (born 1971) is a legendary Pakistani cricketer, known for his reverse-swing bowling, and later served as the head coach of the Pakistan national cricket team. Other notable bearers include:Waqar Hasan (1932–2020), Pakistani cricketer who played in Test matches in the 1950sWaqar Ahmed (cricketer, born 1980), Pakistani first-class cricketerWaqar Azmi (born 1970), British civil servant and academicWaqar Mehboob (born 1991), Pakistani squash playerWaqar Salamkheil (born 2001), Afghan cricketerWaqar Ahmad Shah (1952–?), former member of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative AssemblyWaqar Younis (born 1960), senior administrative officer in the Government of IndiaWaqar Ahmed Seth (1961–2020), Pakistani jurist and Chief Justice of Peshawar High CourtWaqar Zaka (born 1977), Pakistani comedian and actorIn Afghanistan, the name appears as Waqar in Pashto and Dari contexts, indicating its broad usage beyond South Asia. Thanks to his inspiration, maybe we can mention Waqar Khan as an Afghan? (Editing this: they followed law, politics, cricket and the record already says his activities. It seems it would be inappropriate to point out career origins.) The majority of notable Waqars mentioned in Wikipedia come from Pakistan, and indeed they include figures from cricket, politics, law, and administration. Related Names and Variants Related forms include the Azerbaijani variants Vugar and Vüqar, which are derived from the same Arabic root but adapted to Turkic language phonology. Meaning: Majesty, dignityOrigin: ArabicType: First nameUsage regions: Arabic-speaking world, South Asia (especially Pakistan), Afghanistan