پلوشه

Palwasha

girlPashto

Palwasha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ray of light, moonbeam”.

MeaningRay of light, moonbeam
GenderGirl
OriginPashto
Arabic spellingپلوشه
Pronunciationpal-WAH-shah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Palwasha

Palwasha is a Pashto word for a beam or ray of light, often described as moonlight. It is a favourite girl's name among Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan and is less common outside Pashto-speaking communities. It is not Persian or Arabic but native Pashto.

Is Palwasha a Muslim name?

Yes, Palwasha is used by Muslim families, especially Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Pashto name rather than an Arabic one, with a lovely meaning.

Where is the name Palwasha used?

Popular among Pashtun families in Afghanistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Palwasha mean?

Palwasha means 'Ray of light, moonbeam'. It comes from Pashto.

Is Palwasha a Muslim name?

Yes, Palwasha is used by Muslim families, especially Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Pashto name rather than an Arabic one, with a lovely meaning.

How do you write Palwasha in Arabic?

Palwasha is written پلوشه in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Palwasha?

Palwasha is pronounced pal-WAH-shah.

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