Zulfiya
Zulfiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “One with beautiful locks of hair”.
| Meaning | One with beautiful locks of hair |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, Central Asian form |
| Arabic spelling | زلفیه |
| Pronunciation | zool-FEE-yah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Zulfiya
Zulfiya is a girl's name popular in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and among Tatars, built on the Persian zulf, a curl or lock of hair, a classic image of beauty in Persian poetry, with a feminine ending. It is known through the Uzbek poet Zulfiya Isroilova (1915–1996), whose work made the name widely familiar across Central Asia.
Is Zulfiya a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Zulfiya is of Persian origin rather than Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Central Asia and the Volga region.
Where is the name Zulfiya used?
Common in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and among Tatars and Bashkirs.
Gifts with the name Zulfiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zulfiya mean?
Zulfiya means 'One with beautiful locks of hair'. It comes from Persian, Central Asian form.
Is Zulfiya a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Zulfiya is of Persian origin rather than Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Central Asia and the Volga region.
How do you write Zulfiya in Arabic?
Zulfiya is written زلفیه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zulfiya?
Zulfiya is pronounced zool-FEE-yah.