Nelofar
Nelofar is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Lotus, water lily”.
| Meaning | Lotus, water lily |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | نیلوفر |
| Pronunciation | nee-loo-FAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Nelofar
Nelofar is the spelling used in Afghanistan and South Asia for nīlūfar, the Persian word for a lotus or water lily. Persian poets admire this flower because it rises clean and bright out of still water, and that image gives the name its charm. It is especially common in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Iranian families usually write Niloufar, and Nilufar, Nilofar and Nilofer are further spellings.
Is Nelofar a Muslim name?
Nelofar is a flower name from Persian, not Arabic, and Muslim families in Afghanistan and Pakistan are particularly fond of it.
How popular is Nelofar?
Nelofar is common in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Nelofar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nelofar mean?
Nelofar means 'Lotus, water lily'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Nelofar a Muslim name?
Nelofar is a flower name from Persian, not Arabic, and Muslim families in Afghanistan and Pakistan are particularly fond of it.
How do you pronounce Nelofar?
Nelofar is pronounced nee-loo-FAR.
Is Nelofar a boy or girl name?
Nelofar is usually a girl name.