Gulsher
Gulsher is a Muslim boy name of Persian / Pashto origin, meaning “Flower and lion”.
| Meaning | Flower and lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian / Pashto |
| Written as | گل شیر |
| Pronunciation | gul-SHER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Gulsher
Gulsher, often written as two words, Gul Sher, puts together gul, a flower, and sher, a lion. The combination balances gentleness with courage in a single name, which many parents find appealing. It is a characteristic Pashtun and Baloch name, since both gul and sher are favourite building blocks for boys' names in those communities. It is frequently followed by the title Khan, as in Gul Sher Khan.
Is Gulsher a Muslim name?
Pashtun Muslim families in particular favour Gulsher, even though its roots lie in Persian rather than Arabic.
How popular is Gulsher?
Gulsher is found mainly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Gulsher
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Spellings and variants of Gulsher
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gulsher mean?
Gulsher means 'Flower and lion'. It is of Persian / Pashto origin.
Is Gulsher a Muslim name?
Pashtun Muslim families in particular favour Gulsher, even though its roots lie in Persian rather than Arabic.
How do you pronounce Gulsher?
Gulsher is pronounced gul-SHER.
Is Gulsher a boy or girl name?
Gulsher is usually a boy name.