Gulshen

girlAzerbaijani / Turkish, from Persian Gulshan

Gulshen is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rose garden”.

MeaningRose garden
GenderGirl
OriginAzerbaijani / Turkish, from Persian Gulshan
Pronunciationgul-SHEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Gulshen

Gulshen is the Azerbaijani form, Gülşən, of the Persian gulshan, rose garden; Turkish has the similar Gülşen. The vowel shift from a to e is typical of how Persian words settled into Azerbaijani. It is a common women's name in Azerbaijan and among Azerbaijanis in Iran.

Is Gulshen a Muslim name?

Yes, Gulshen is used by Muslim families, especially in Azerbaijan. It is of Persian origin.

Where is the name Gulshen used?

Common in Azerbaijan and among Azerbaijanis in Iran and Turkey.

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Spellings and variants of Gulshen

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gulshen mean?

Gulshen means 'Rose garden'. It comes from Azerbaijani / Turkish, from Persian Gulshan.

Is Gulshen a Muslim name?

Yes, Gulshen is used by Muslim families, especially in Azerbaijan. It is of Persian origin.

How do you pronounce Gulshen?

Gulshen is pronounced gul-SHEN.

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