شگفتہ

Shagufta

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Shagufta is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blossomed, blooming; cheerful”.

MeaningBlossomed, blooming; cheerful
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingشگفتہ
Pronunciationsha-GOOF-tah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shagufta

Shagufta is the Persian shigufta, 'bloomed' or 'blossomed', used of a flower that has opened. In Urdu it also describes a cheerful, bright face or a lively, delightful style of speech. It is a well-loved girls' name in Pakistan and India. In Afghanistan the related word shagofa means a blossom.

Is Shagufta a Muslim name?

Shagufta is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan and India.

Where is the name Shagufta used?

Common in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims.

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Spellings and variants of Shagufta

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shagufta mean?

Shagufta means 'Blossomed, blooming; cheerful'. It comes from Persian.

Is Shagufta a Muslim name?

Shagufta is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan and India.

How do you write Shagufta in Arabic?

Shagufta is written شگفتہ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shagufta?

Shagufta is pronounced sha-GOOF-tah.

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