گل

Gul

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Gul is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rose, flower”.

MeaningRose, flower
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingگل
PronunciationGOOL
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Gul

Gul is the Persian word for rose or flower and is one of the most productive name elements in the Persian, Urdu, Pashto and Turkish world. It appears in dozens of compounds such as Gulnaz, Gulshan and Gulbadan. On its own it is a girl's name, though in Pashto-speaking regions compounds like Gul Khan or Gul Muhammad are used for boys.

Is Gul a Muslim name?

Yes, Gul is used by Muslim families. It is Persian rather than Arabic, meaning rose, and is common from Turkey to Pakistan.

Where is the name Gul used?

Used in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran and, as Gül, in Turkey.

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Spellings and variants of Gul

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gul mean?

Gul means 'Rose, flower'. It comes from Persian.

Is Gul a Muslim name?

Yes, Gul is used by Muslim families. It is Persian rather than Arabic, meaning rose, and is common from Turkey to Pakistan.

How do you write Gul in Arabic?

Gul is written گل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Gul?

Gul is pronounced GOOL.

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