Nazakat
Nazakat is a Muslim unisex name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Delicacy, elegance, refinement”.
| Meaning | Delicacy, elegance, refinement |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Written as | نزاکت |
| Pronunciation | nah-ZAH-kat |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Nazakat
Nazakat comes from the Urdu and Persian nazākat, a noun built on nāzuk, delicate. It describes grace, gentleness and refined manners. Families in Pakistan and India give it to girls, yet it is also a respected male name, as with Ustad Nazakat Ali Khan, the classical singer of the Sham Chaurasia gharana. Although it is written in Perso-Arabic script, it is not an Arabic word.
Is Nazakat a Muslim name?
Nazakat appears in Muslim families in Pakistan and India. It comes from Persian and Urdu rather than Arabic, and its gentle meaning fits Muslim naming well.
How popular is Nazakat?
Nazakat is found mainly in Pakistan and North India, for both boys and girls.
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Spellings and variants of Nazakat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nazakat mean?
Nazakat means 'Delicacy, elegance, refinement'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.
Is Nazakat a Muslim name?
Nazakat appears in Muslim families in Pakistan and India. It comes from Persian and Urdu rather than Arabic, and its gentle meaning fits Muslim naming well.
How do you pronounce Nazakat?
Nazakat is pronounced nah-ZAH-kat.
Is Nazakat a boy or girl name?
Nazakat is used for both boys and girls.