نیلوفر

Nelofar

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Nelofar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Lotus, water lily”.

MeaningLotus, water lily
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingنیلوفر
Pronunciationnee-loo-FAR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Nelofar

Nelofar is an Afghan and South Asian spelling of the Persian nīlūfar, the water lily or lotus. The flower is admired in Persian poetry for rising clean and bright from still water. This spelling is particularly common in Afghanistan and Pakistan, while Iranians tend to write Niloufar.

Is Nelofar a Muslim name?

Yes, Nelofar is used by Muslim families, especially in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Persian flower name rather than an Arabic one.

Where is the name Nelofar used?

Common in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nelofar mean?

Nelofar means 'Lotus, water lily'. It comes from Persian.

Is Nelofar a Muslim name?

Yes, Nelofar is used by Muslim families, especially in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Persian flower name rather than an Arabic one.

How do you write Nelofar in Arabic?

Nelofar is written نیلوفر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nelofar?

Nelofar is pronounced nee-loo-FAR.

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