Gulnar
Gulnar is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Pomegranate blossom”.
| Meaning | Pomegranate blossom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | گلنار |
| Pronunciation | gul-NAHR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Central Asia, Caucasus, Pakistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Gulnar
Gulnar is the Persian word for the flower of the pomegranate. From Iran it travelled a long way and took on new shapes as it went. Tatars, Kazakhs and people of the Caucasus favour Gulnara, Uzbeks say Gulnora, and in Iran itself the name is Golnar. Families in Pakistan and India write it either Gulnar or Gulnaar, and in every form it keeps its bright, floral image.
Is Gulnar a Muslim name?
Gulnar is Persian, not Arabic, and Muslim families use it all the way from Iran through Central Asia to South Asia.
How popular is Gulnar?
The name is found throughout Central Asia, the Caucasus, Iran and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gulnar mean?
Gulnar means 'Pomegranate blossom'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Gulnar a Muslim name?
Gulnar is Persian, not Arabic, and Muslim families use it all the way from Iran through Central Asia to South Asia.
How do you pronounce Gulnar?
Gulnar is pronounced gul-NAHR.
Is Gulnar a boy or girl name?
Gulnar is usually a girl name.