Sumbul
Sumbul is a Muslim girl name meaning “Hyacinth, spikenard; ear of grain”.
| Meaning | Hyacinth, spikenard; ear of grain |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian and Urdu usage |
| Arabic spelling | سنبل |
| Pronunciation | SUM-bul |
| Arabic root | س ن ب ل (s-n-b-l) — ear of grain; hyacinth |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sumbul
Sumbul is the Urdu pronunciation of sunbul, a word for a fragrant plant such as hyacinth or spikenard, used in Persian and Urdu poetry for a beloved's curling hair. In Arabic sunbula also means an ear of grain. The n becomes m before b in speech, giving Sumbul. It is a popular girl's name in Pakistan and India.
Is Sumbul a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumbul is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and India. Its Arabic form appears in the Quran in a parable of charity.
Is Sumbul in the Quran?
Its plural appears in the Quran: 'like a seed which grows seven ears (sanābil)' (Quran 2:261).
Where is the name Sumbul used?
Common in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Sumbul
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sumbul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumbul mean?
Sumbul means 'Hyacinth, spikenard; ear of grain'. It comes from Arabic, Persian and Urdu usage.
Is Sumbul a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumbul is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and India. Its Arabic form appears in the Quran in a parable of charity.
How do you write Sumbul in Arabic?
Sumbul is written سنبل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sumbul?
Sumbul is pronounced SUM-bul.
Is Sumbul mentioned in the Quran?
Its plural appears in the Quran: 'like a seed which grows seven ears (sanābil)' (Quran 2:261).