Bakhtawar
Bakhtawar is a Muslim girl name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Blessed with good fortune”.
| Meaning | Blessed with good fortune |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Written as | بختاور |
| Pronunciation | bukh-TAA-war |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Bakhtawar
Bakhtawar joins the Persian bakht, 'luck', with the ending -āwar, meaning 'bearing' or 'having'. The result is 'one who has or brings good fortune', a hopeful name for a child. It is a popular name for girls in Pakistan and northern India, carried for example by Bakhtawar Bhutto-Zardari, daughter of Benazir Bhutto. In some places it has been given to boys as well, and Bakhtawer is another spelling.
Is Bakhtawar a Muslim name?
Muslim families in Pakistan and India often choose Bakhtawar, a name from Persian and Urdu.
How popular is Bakhtawar?
It is popular in Pakistan, especially in Sindh and Punjab, and among Indian Muslims.
Gifts with the name Bakhtawar
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Spellings and variants of Bakhtawar
Names similar to Bakhtawar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bakhtawar mean?
Bakhtawar means 'Blessed with good fortune'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.
Is Bakhtawar a Muslim name?
Muslim families in Pakistan and India often choose Bakhtawar, a name from Persian and Urdu.
How do you pronounce Bakhtawar?
Bakhtawar is pronounced bukh-TAA-war.
Is Bakhtawar a boy or girl name?
Bakhtawar is usually a girl name.