Niloofar
Niloofar 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 Niloofar
Niloofar is the Persian word for the water lily or lotus. The word travelled widely: through Arabic nīlūfar it became Spanish nenúfar and French nénuphar. As a girl's name it is one of the best-loved Persian flower names and is common in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Pakistan.
Is Niloofar a Muslim name?
Niloofar is a Persian name meaning 'water lily'. It is not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and South Asia.
Where is the name Niloofar used?
Niloofar in Iran, Nilufar in Central Asia, Nilofar in Pakistan and Nilüfer in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Niloofar mean?
Niloofar means 'Water lily, lotus'. It comes from Persian.
Is Niloofar a Muslim name?
Niloofar is a Persian name meaning 'water lily'. It is not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and South Asia.
How do you write Niloofar in Arabic?
Niloofar is written نیلوفر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Niloofar?
Niloofar is pronounced nee-loo-FAR.