گل شیر

Gulsher

boyPersian / Pashto

Gulsher is a Muslim boy name meaning “Flower and lion”.

MeaningFlower and lion
GenderBoy
OriginPersian / Pashto
Arabic spellingگل شیر
Pronunciationgul-SHER
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Gulsher

Gulsher, often written Gul Sher, joins gul, flower, and sher, lion, a pairing of gentleness and courage. It is typical of Pashtun and Baloch naming, where gul and sher are frequent elements in boys' names. It is found in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Afghanistan, often with Khan.

Is Gulsher a Muslim name?

Yes, Gulsher is used by Muslim families, especially Pashtuns. It is Persian rather than Arabic.

Where is the name Gulsher used?

Found mainly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Afghanistan.

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Spellings and variants of Gulsher

Gul SherGolsher

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gulsher mean?

Gulsher means 'Flower and lion'. It comes from Persian / Pashto.

Is Gulsher a Muslim name?

Yes, Gulsher is used by Muslim families, especially Pashtuns. It is Persian rather than Arabic.

How do you write Gulsher in Arabic?

Gulsher is written گل شیر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Gulsher?

Gulsher is pronounced gul-SHER.

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