Naushaba
Naushaba is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Sweet drink; traditionally 'water of life'”.
| Meaning | Sweet drink; traditionally 'water of life' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | نوشابہ |
| Pronunciation | now-SHAH-bah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Caucasus |
Meaning and origin of Naushaba
Naushaba is the Urdu spelling of Nūshāba, a name from Persian. It is usually broken down into nūsh, a sweet or pleasing drink, and āb, water, which explains the traditional meaning 'water of life' or elixir. The name also has a literary heroine: in Niẓāmī's Iskandarnāma, Nūshāba rules Barda as queen and receives Alexander. In Azerbaijan it is a well-liked name spelled Nüşabə.
Is Naushaba a Muslim name?
Muslim families in Pakistan and India give Naushaba, and Azerbaijanis use Nüşabə. It is a name from Persian literature, not an Arabic word.
How popular is Naushaba?
Naushaba is used in Pakistan, India and Azerbaijan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naushaba mean?
Naushaba means 'Sweet drink; traditionally 'water of life''. It is of Persian origin.
Is Naushaba a Muslim name?
Muslim families in Pakistan and India give Naushaba, and Azerbaijanis use Nüşabə. It is a name from Persian literature, not an Arabic word.
How do you pronounce Naushaba?
Naushaba is pronounced now-SHAH-bah.
Is Naushaba a boy or girl name?
Naushaba is usually a girl name.