Spozhmay
Spozhmay is a Muslim girl name of Pashto origin, meaning “Moon”.
| Meaning | Moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Pashto |
| Written as | سپوږمۍ |
| Pronunciation | spozh-MAY |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Spozhmay
Spozhmay is the Pashto word for the moon as it is pronounced in the south, around Kandahar. Northern Pashto speakers say and write the same word as Spogmai. Everything hinges on the letter ږ, which is voiced as 'zh' in some areas and as 'g' in others. For Pashtun families the name is a traditional, much-loved choice for girls, with a soft and luminous meaning.
Is Spozhmay a Muslim name?
Muslim Pashtun families give their daughters Spozhmay, a Pashto name for the moon.
How popular is Spozhmay?
It is found mainly among Pashtuns in southern Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Spozhmay mean?
Spozhmay means 'Moon'. It is of Pashto origin.
Is Spozhmay a Muslim name?
Muslim Pashtun families give their daughters Spozhmay, a Pashto name for the moon.
How do you pronounce Spozhmay?
Spozhmay is pronounced spozh-MAY.
Is Spozhmay a boy or girl name?
Spozhmay is usually a girl name.