گلزار

Gulzar

boyPersianMuslim

Gulzar is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “Garden of flowers”.

MeaningGarden of flowers
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Written asگلزار
Pronunciationgul-ZAHR
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan, India

Meaning and origin of Gulzar

Gulzar refers to a flower garden or a bed of blooms, combining gul, flower, with -zar, a Persian ending for a place. Pakistani and Indian families use it as a boys' name. Many people know it through the Indian poet and lyricist who writes under the pen name Gulzar. In Urdu verse the word conjures up a place that is in full flower and thriving.

Is Gulzar a Muslim name?

Gulzar comes from Persian rather than Arabic and is a common Muslim name across South Asia.

How popular is Gulzar?

Gulzar is used in Pakistan and India, mostly for boys.

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Spellings and variants of Gulzar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gulzar mean?

Gulzar means 'Garden of flowers'. It is of Persian origin.

Is Gulzar a Muslim name?

Gulzar comes from Persian rather than Arabic and is a common Muslim name across South Asia.

How do you pronounce Gulzar?

Gulzar is pronounced gul-ZAHR.

Is Gulzar a boy or girl name?

Gulzar is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.