Water lily | lotus flower
Nilufar is used for Girls.
Nilufar is a Girl's name of Persian origin, carrying the beautiful meaning of “Water lily | lotus flower”. The name Nilufar starts with the letter N and consists of 7 letters and approximately 3 syllables, giving it a balanced and melodic quality that flows naturally when spoken aloud.
The name Nilufar has its roots in the Persian naming tradition. Names from this tradition carry a rich cultural heritage and are cherished for their unique character and historical depth.
From a numerology perspective, the name Nilufar holds the number 9, which is associated with the archetype of the Humanitarian. Compassionate, generous, idealistic, creative, selfless. Numerology enthusiasts believe that a name's number can subtly influence personality and life path, making this an interesting dimension to consider when choosing a name for your baby.
When considering the name Nilufar for your baby, it's worth thinking about how it pairs with your surname. Longer names like Nilufar often pair beautifully with shorter surnames, keeping the full name easy to say. You might also consider middle name options — our Full Name Builder can help you check syllable flow, initials, and the combined numerology of the complete name.
The name Nilufar means: Water lily | lotus flower.
Nilufar is traditionally a Girl's name.
Nilufar is of Persian origin. It carries a rich cultural heritage from this naming tradition.
The numerology number for the name Nilufar is 9, associated with the Humanitarian archetype. Compassionate, generous, idealistic, creative, selfless.
The name Nilufar is a distinctive choice. You can explore how often it appears in our database and find similar names using our Smart Discovery tool.
Compassionate, generous, idealistic, creative, selfless.
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