Banafsha
Banafsha is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Violet flower”.
| Meaning | Violet flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | بنفشه |
| Pronunciation | ba-NUF-shah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Banafsha
Banafsha is the form used in Dari, Urdu and Pashto for the Persian banafsheh, the name of the violet. Persian poets have long used this small flower as a symbol of modesty and delicate loveliness. Arabic adopted the word too, in the form banafsaj, though only as a flower name. As a personal name, however, it belongs to the Persian-speaking world and South Asia, especially Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Is Banafsha a Muslim name?
Banafsha is a Persian flower name that Muslim families in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India use for girls.
How popular is Banafsha?
It is popular in Afghanistan and with Pashto- and Urdu-speaking families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Banafsha mean?
Banafsha means 'Violet flower'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Banafsha a Muslim name?
Banafsha is a Persian flower name that Muslim families in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India use for girls.
How do you pronounce Banafsha?
Banafsha is pronounced ba-NUF-shah.
Is Banafsha a boy or girl name?
Banafsha is usually a girl name.