نگین

Negin

girlPersian

Negin is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gemstone set in a ring, jewel”.

MeaningGemstone set in a ring, jewel
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingنگین
Pronunciationneh-GEEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Negin

Negin is the Persian word negīn, the precious stone set in a ring, the part of the ring that catches the eye. From that literal meaning it came to mean a jewel in general, and figuratively the finest or most valued part of something, the way a person might be called the jewel of a gathering. As a name it is usually translated 'gem' or 'jewel', and occasionally 'ring stone', but every version points to something precious and admired.

Negin is written نگین in Persian script and pronounced neh-GEEN. It is a popular modern girl's name in Iran and Afghanistan and is common among Iranians and Afghans abroad. Spellings vary with transliteration: Nagin and Nigin are heard in Afghan Dari, while in Urdu the same word appears as Nageen or Nagina, which share the same origin. The name has no Arabic root and is not Quranic, but its meaning is warm and positive, which has made it a well-liked choice among Muslim families in the Persian-speaking world.

Is Negin a Muslim name?

Yes. Negin is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran and Afghanistan. It is not Arabic but has a pleasant meaning, a jewel.

Where is the name Negin used?

Popular in Iran and among Iranians and Afghans abroad.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Negin mean?

Negin means 'Gemstone set in a ring, jewel'. It comes from Persian.

Is Negin a Muslim name?

Yes. Negin is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran and Afghanistan. It is not Arabic but has a pleasant meaning, a jewel.

How do you write Negin in Arabic?

Negin is written نگین in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Negin?

Negin is pronounced neh-GEEN.

How do you write Negin in Persian?

Negin is written نگین in Persian script.

Is Negin an Arabic name?

No. Negin is a Persian word for a gemstone, with no Arabic root.

Is Nagina the same as Negin?

Yes. Nagina and Nageen are the Urdu forms of the same Persian word, meaning a jewel or ring stone.

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