Ghazal
Ghazal is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gazelle”.
| Meaning | Gazelle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | غزال |
| Pronunciation | gha-ZAHL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Ghazal
Ghazal brings together two closely related words. Spoken with a long a, it is the Arabic for a young gazelle, the animal poets use for grace and lovely eyes. With a short a, ghazal is the name of the love poem known across Arabic, Persian and Urdu literature. Parents in Iran and South Asia usually have both senses in mind, and it is popular for girls across the Persian- and Urdu-speaking world.
Is Ghazal a Muslim name?
With its Arabic roots, Ghazal is a familiar choice for Muslim daughters in Iran, South Asia and Arab countries.
How popular is Ghazal?
Ghazal is common in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Ghazal
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Spellings and variants of Ghazal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghazal mean?
Ghazal means 'Gazelle'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ghazal a Muslim name?
With its Arabic roots, Ghazal is a familiar choice for Muslim daughters in Iran, South Asia and Arab countries.
How do you pronounce Ghazal?
Ghazal is pronounced gha-ZAHL.
Is Ghazal a boy or girl name?
Ghazal is usually a girl name.