Zafar (various notable figures)

"Zafar" is a title meaning "victor" or "success" in Persian and Urdu, used by various historical figures. Notably, Bahadur Shah II, also called Bahadur Shah Zafar, was the last Mughal emperor of India, symbolizing the end of Mughal rule in 1857. Another figure, Zafar Iqbal, is a renowned Pakistani physicist and science communicator. The name also appears in literary contexts, such as Mirza Ghalib's poetry, where "Zafar" signifies triumph and hope. Overall, these figures represent cultural, political, or intellectual achievement, with the name embodying notions of victory and enduring influence.