Negar
Negar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beloved; painting, image of beauty”.
| Meaning | Beloved; painting, image of beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | نگار |
| Pronunciation | neh-GAR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Negar
Negar is the Persian negār, originally a painting or image, and in poetry a beautiful beloved whose face is like a painting. It is a popular Iranian girls' name. In Urdu the same word appears as Nigar, used in names and in the phrase nigar-khana (picture gallery).
Is Negar a Muslim name?
Yes. Negar is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is not Arabic.
Where is the name Negar used?
Common in Iran and Afghanistan; Nigora in Uzbekistan.
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Spellings and variants of Negar
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- Afghan & Pashto Muslim names guide
- Persian Muslim names guide
- Central Asian & Caucasus Muslim names guide
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Negar mean?
Negar means 'Beloved; painting, image of beauty'. It comes from Persian.
Is Negar a Muslim name?
Yes. Negar is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is not Arabic.
How do you write Negar in Arabic?
Negar is written نگار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Negar?
Negar is pronounced neh-GAR.