Narjis
Narjis is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, from Persian nargis origin, meaning “Narcissus flower”.
| Meaning | Narcissus flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, from Persian nargis |
| Written as | نرجس |
| Pronunciation | NAR-jis |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Levant, Pakistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Narjis
Narjis is the narcissus flower in Arabic, a word borrowed long ago from Persian nargis. For Shia Muslims it carries special weight, because Narjis Khātūn is honoured as the mother of Muḥammad al-Mahdī, the twelfth Imam. The name is used in Iraq, Lebanon and Iran, and Shia families in Pakistan and India are fond of it too. Nargis, Narges and Narjes are related spellings.
Is Narjis a Muslim name?
Narjis came into Arabic from a Persian word for the narcissus, and Shia Muslims especially cherish it because it was borne by the mother of Imam al-Mahdī.
How popular is Narjis?
Narjis is popular among Shia families in Iraq, Lebanon, Iran and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narjis mean?
Narjis means 'Narcissus flower'. It is of Arabic, from Persian nargis origin.
Is Narjis a Muslim name?
Narjis came into Arabic from a Persian word for the narcissus, and Shia Muslims especially cherish it because it was borne by the mother of Imam al-Mahdī.
How do you pronounce Narjis?
Narjis is pronounced NAR-jis.
Is Narjis a boy or girl name?
Narjis is usually a girl name.