نگار

Nigar

girlPersian

Nigar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beloved; a beautiful picture”.

MeaningBeloved; a beautiful picture
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingنگار
Pronunciationnee-GAHR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Nigar

Nigar comes from Persian negār, a word for a beautiful painting and, in classical poetry, for a beloved person. It spread through Persian literature into Turkish, Azerbaijani and Urdu, and is used by Muslim families from Azerbaijan to Pakistan.

Is Nigar a Muslim name?

Nigar is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkey and Pakistan, and its meaning is positive.

Where is the name Nigar used?

Common in Azerbaijan; also used in Iran (as Negar), Turkey and Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Nigar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nigar mean?

Nigar means 'Beloved; a beautiful picture'. It comes from Persian.

Is Nigar a Muslim name?

Nigar is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkey and Pakistan, and its meaning is positive.

How do you write Nigar in Arabic?

Nigar is written نگار in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nigar?

Nigar is pronounced nee-GAHR.

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