Nazo
Nazo is a Muslim girl name meaning “Delicate, graceful, cherished”.
| Meaning | Delicate, graceful, cherished |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Pashto / Persian |
| Arabic spelling | نازو |
| Pronunciation | NAA-zoo |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Nazo
Nazo is built on the Persian nāz (grace, delicacy, being cherished), with the affectionate Pashto ending -o. It is honoured in Afghanistan because of Nazo Tokhi, known as Nazo Ana (17th–18th century), a Pashto poet and the grandmother of Mirwais Hotak, remembered for her wisdom and for uniting tribes.
Is Nazo a Muslim name?
Nazo is a Pashto name with a Persian root, not an Arabic one, but it is used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, often in honour of Nazo Ana.
Where is the name Nazo used?
Used among Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nazo mean?
Nazo means 'Delicate, graceful, cherished'. It comes from Pashto / Persian.
Is Nazo a Muslim name?
Nazo is a Pashto name with a Persian root, not an Arabic one, but it is used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, often in honour of Nazo Ana.
How do you write Nazo in Arabic?
Nazo is written نازو in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nazo?
Nazo is pronounced NAA-zoo.