Floral

Nargis

NAHR-gis (ˈnɑːrɡɪs)

Pronunciation: NAHR-gis (ˈnɑːrɡɪs)

نرجس — زنبق أو نرجس (زهرة النرجس)

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Origin

Persian-Urdu

Meaning

Narcissus; a flower (narcissus) used metaphorically in Persian and Urdu poetry to denote beauty and fragrance.

Thematic Cluster

Floral Names (Narcissus)

Islamic Status

Traditional

Verification

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Religious Confidence

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Letters

Meaning Urdu

نرگس — ایک پھول (نرگس کا پھول)، حسن اور خوشبو کی علامت

Meaning Arabic

نرجس — زنبق أو نرجس (زهرة النرجس)

Nargis (نرگس / نرجس) is a historically attested Persian/Urdu feminine name meaning the narcissus flower. The name appears in classical Persian and Urdu poetry as a floral image for beauty and pleasant scent; it has been adopted in South Asian naming practice without being a Quranic name. Related names and variants include [[Narjis]] and [[Narges]], both reflecting regional spellings and pronunciations. Nargis is distinct from Arabic-root virtue names and is prized for its poetic, botanical association rather than any specific scriptural citation. It has been in recorded use in Persianate and South Asian cultures for centuries and remains a choice for families seeking a lyrical, nature-derived name with clear linguistic roots in Persian and Urdu.

FAQs

Is Nargis a Quranic name?

No. Nargis is a Persian/Urdu floral name used in poetry and naming practice; it does not appear in the Quran.

What is the linguistic origin of Nargis?

The name comes from Persian (نرگس) and entered Urdu and South Asian usage through Persianate literary and cultural influence.

Is Nargis commonly used by Muslim families?

Yes, it has been used among Persian-speaking and South Asian Muslim families, valued for its poetic and floral connotation.

How is Nargis written in Urdu and Arabic?

In Urdu it is commonly written نرگس (Persian spelling); in Arabic contexts it is often written نرجس (without the Persian 'g' letter).

Does Nargis have any notable historical bearers?

Nargis is attested in literary and cultural records; a well-known bearer outside literary contexts is the South Asian actress known by the single name Nargis (20th century), illustrating the name's cultural visibility.

Names With Similar Meaning

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Beloved; Image; Portrait; Reflection of Beauty

Nodira

Rare, unique; feminine form of 'nadir' (rare/precious) used in Persianate Central Asia

Nahid

Venus (the planet); a Persian-derived female name often associated with brilliance and radiance

Nushīn

Sweet, pleasant, agreeable (from Persian نوشین, meaning 'sweet-tasting' or 'pleasant')

Niloufer

Water-lily; lotus (a floral emblem often referenced in Persian poetry)

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