Negin
Negin is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Gemstone set in a ring, jewel”.
| Meaning | Gemstone set in a ring, jewel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | نگین |
| Pronunciation | neh-GEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Negin
Negin (neh-GEEN) is the Persian word negīn, the gem fixed into a ring. By extension it can mean any jewel, or the finest and most precious part of something. Iranian and Afghan families have made it a popular girls' name. In Urdu the same word appears as Nageen or Nagina, which share its origin and meaning; Nagin and Nigin are other spellings.
Is Negin a Muslim name?
Negin is a Persian name found in Muslim families, above all in Iranian and Afghan ones. Though not Arabic, its meaning, a jewel, is a pleasant one.
How popular is Negin?
Negin is popular in Iran and among Iranians and Afghans abroad.
Gifts with the name Negin
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Spellings and variants of Negin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Negin mean?
Negin means 'Gemstone set in a ring, jewel'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Negin a Muslim name?
Negin is a Persian name found in Muslim families, above all in Iranian and Afghan ones. Though not Arabic, its meaning, a jewel, is a pleasant one.
How do you pronounce Negin?
Negin is pronounced neh-GEEN.
Is Negin a boy or girl name?
Negin is usually a girl name.