Nilofar
Nilofar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Water lily, lotus”.
| Meaning | Water lily, lotus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | نیلوفر |
| Pronunciation | nee-loo-FAR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Nilofar
Nilofar is the Persian nīlūfar, the blue water lily or lotus, a flower that rises clean from the water and is a symbol of purity in Persian art and poetry. The word also gave Arabic nīnūfar and, through it, the English 'nenuphar'. It is a well-loved name in Afghanistan, Iran, Central Asia and Pakistan.
Is Nilofar a Muslim name?
Nilofar is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, Iran, Central Asia and South Asia.
Where is the name Nilofar used?
Popular in Afghanistan, Iran, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan; Nilüfer in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Nilofar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nilofar mean?
Nilofar means 'Water lily, lotus'. It comes from Persian.
Is Nilofar a Muslim name?
Nilofar is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Afghanistan, Iran, Central Asia and South Asia.
How do you write Nilofar in Arabic?
Nilofar is written نیلوفر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nilofar?
Nilofar is pronounced nee-loo-FAR.