بلبل

Bulbul

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Bulbul is a Muslim girl name meaning “Nightingale”.

MeaningNightingale
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingبلبل
Pronunciationbul-BUL
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Bulbul

Bulbul is the Persian word for the nightingale, also used in Arabic, Urdu and Turkish (bülbül). In Persian and Urdu poetry the bulbul singing to the rose is a classic image of longing and devotion. As a name it is used for girls, especially in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Iran, though it is less common than it once was.

Is Bulbul a Muslim name?

Bulbul is used by Muslim families, particularly in South Asia and Iran. It is a Persian word meaning nightingale rather than an Arabic religious name.

Where is the name Bulbul used?

Used in Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Bulbul

BolbolBülbül

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bulbul mean?

Bulbul means 'Nightingale'. It comes from Persian.

Is Bulbul a Muslim name?

Bulbul is used by Muslim families, particularly in South Asia and Iran. It is a Persian word meaning nightingale rather than an Arabic religious name.

How do you write Bulbul in Arabic?

Bulbul is written بلبل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Bulbul?

Bulbul is pronounced bul-BUL.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.