Gulaab
Gulaab is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Rose; rose water”.
| Meaning | Rose; rose water |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | گلاب |
| Pronunciation | goo-LAHB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Gulaab
Gulaab joins two Persian words, gul for flower and ab for water, and its first meaning was rose water. Over time Urdu and Hindi came to use it as the ordinary name of the rose. The Arabic julab, a sweetened drink, is borrowed from it as well. In South Asia it is used as a name, though more often inside compounds than on its own.
Is Gulaab a Muslim name?
Gulaab is a Persian-origin word that some Muslim families in South Asia use as a name; it is acceptable, though Hindu and Sikh families share it too.
How popular is Gulaab?
Gulaab is occasionally used in Pakistan and northern India.
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Spellings and variants of Gulaab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gulaab mean?
Gulaab means 'Rose; rose water'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Gulaab a Muslim name?
Gulaab is a Persian-origin word that some Muslim families in South Asia use as a name; it is acceptable, though Hindu and Sikh families share it too.
How do you pronounce Gulaab?
Gulaab is pronounced goo-LAHB.
Is Gulaab a boy or girl name?
Gulaab is usually a girl name.