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The first name Nilufar is in Persian (nilufar/نیلوفر) and literally means 'the water lily'. This name is particularly common in Uzbekistan.
What does the name Nilufar mean?
Nilufar is a female first name that originates from Persian and translates to 'the water lily'. In Uzbekistan, the name is well-known. A prominent bearer is the Uzbek singer and actress Nilufar Usmanova. Variants of this name include Nilofar, Niloofar, Niloufar, Nilufer, and Nilüfer.
Where does the name Nilufar come from?
Nilufar has its roots in Persian and means 'the water lily'. The composition in Persian is nilufar (نیلوفر), which means water lily. The name is also found in Bengali and Uzbek languages.
How do you pronounce Nilufar?
Ni-lu-far
Popularity
In Germany, Nilufar is a rather rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2011 at 2,438th place. Over the last ten years, Nilufar has been chosen as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,479th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,707th overall.
Nicknames & pet names
Lu / Nilli / Nilu
Famous people
- Nilufar Usmanova (Uzbek singer)
- Nilufar Yasmin (Bengali singer)
- Nilüfer Akbal (Kurdish-Turkish singer and presenter)
- Nilüfer Yumlu (Turkish pop singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nilufar
What is the origin of the name Nilufar?
Nilufar has its roots in Persian and is used in various languages such as Bengali and Uzbek.
What does the name Nilufar mean?
The name Nilufar means 'the water lily' and originates from Persian.
Is Nilufar a popular name?
Yes, Nilufar is widely used in Uzbekistan and has gained recognition through prominent bearers like the singer Nilufar Usmanova.