Pashtoon
Pashtoon is a Muslim boy name of Pashto origin, meaning “A Pashtun, of the Pashtun people”.
| Meaning | A Pashtun, of the Pashtun people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Pashto |
| Written as | پښتون |
| Pronunciation | push-TOON |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Pashtoon
Pashtoon is the word for the Pashtun people, who live mainly in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Now and then it is used as a boy's name or a surname, as an expression of pride in Pashtun identity and in Pashtunwali, the Pashtun code of honour. It refers to the people themselves and does not carry any other dictionary meaning. Pashtun, Pakhtun and Pukhtoon are related forms.
Is Pashtoon a Muslim name?
Pashtoon is an ethnic rather than an Arabic or religious name, used by some Muslim families, mostly Pashtuns.
How popular is Pashtoon?
Pashtoon appears occasionally among Pashtun families in Afghanistan and Pakistan, more often as a surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pashtoon mean?
Pashtoon means 'A Pashtun, of the Pashtun people'. It is of Pashto origin.
Is Pashtoon a Muslim name?
Pashtoon is an ethnic rather than an Arabic or religious name, used by some Muslim families, mostly Pashtuns.
How do you pronounce Pashtoon?
Pashtoon is pronounced push-TOON.
Is Pashtoon a boy or girl name?
Pashtoon is usually a boy name.