Nodira
Nodira is a Muslim girl name of Uzbek / Tajik form of Arabic Nadira origin, meaning “Rare and precious”.
| Meaning | Rare and precious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Uzbek / Tajik form of Arabic Nadira |
| Written as | نادرة |
| Pronunciation | noh-DEE-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Nodira
Nodira is the Uzbek and Tajik shape of nādira, the Arabic word for a woman who is rare or outstanding, from a root meaning to be rare. Its most famous bearer is Nodira, also called Mohlaroyim, a nineteenth-century poet and consort of the ruler of the Kokand Khanate, who wrote verse in both Uzbek and Persian. The name is still a favourite in Uzbekistan today.
Is Nodira a Muslim name?
Nodira is a Muslim name, the Central Asian way of saying the Arabic Nadira, rare and precious.
How popular is Nodira?
Nodira is popular in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nodira mean?
Nodira means 'Rare and precious'. It is of Uzbek / Tajik form of Arabic Nadira origin.
Is Nodira a Muslim name?
Nodira is a Muslim name, the Central Asian way of saying the Arabic Nadira, rare and precious.
How do you pronounce Nodira?
Nodira is pronounced noh-DEE-rah.
Is Nodira a boy or girl name?
Nodira is usually a girl name.