Narjes
Narjes is a Muslim girl name meaning “Narcissus flower”.
| Meaning | Narcissus flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, via Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نرجس |
| Pronunciation | NAR-jes |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Narjes
Narjes (Narjis) is the Arabic and Persian name for the narcissus flower, a word ultimately borrowed from Greek. In Shia tradition, Narjis is the name of the mother of the twelfth Imam, al-Mahdi, which makes the name loved in Iraq, Iran and Lebanon. Narjes and Narges are common spellings.
Is Narjes a Muslim name?
Yes. Narjes is used by Muslim families, especially Shia, as the name of the mother of Imam al-Mahdi.
Where is the name Narjes used?
Common in Iraq, Iran and Lebanon; Nargis in Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narjes mean?
Narjes means 'Narcissus flower'. It comes from Persian, via Arabic.
Is Narjes a Muslim name?
Yes. Narjes is used by Muslim families, especially Shia, as the name of the mother of Imam al-Mahdi.
How do you write Narjes in Arabic?
Narjes is written نرجس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Narjes?
Narjes is pronounced NAR-jes.