Banafsha
Banafsha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Violet (the flower)”.
| Meaning | Violet (the flower) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | بنفشه |
| Pronunciation | ba-NUF-shah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Banafsha
Banafsha is the Dari, Urdu and Pashto form of Persian banafsheh, the violet flower. The violet is a favourite image in Persian poetry for modesty and delicate beauty. Arabic borrowed the word as banafsaj, but as a personal name it belongs to the Persian-speaking world and South Asia.
Is Banafsha a Muslim name?
Yes. Banafsha is a Persian flower name used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.
Where is the name Banafsha used?
Popular in Afghanistan and among Pashto- and Urdu-speaking families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Banafsha mean?
Banafsha means 'Violet (the flower)'. It comes from Persian.
Is Banafsha a Muslim name?
Yes. Banafsha is a Persian flower name used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.
How do you write Banafsha in Arabic?
Banafsha is written بنفشه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Banafsha?
Banafsha is pronounced ba-NUF-shah.