Nilufer
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Nilufer is a girl’s name of Persian origin, meaning “A Persian name meaning 'water lily' or 'lotus flower.' It evokes images of beauty, purity, and tranquility.”, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Nilufer Means
“A Persian name meaning 'water lily' or 'lotus flower.' It evokes images of beauty, purity, and tranquility.”
The Story of Nilufer
In ancient Persia, a bloom graced the waters, a symbol of purity that would become a whisper across centuries.
Nilufer is a name of Persian origin, gracefully meaning 'water lily' or 'lotus flower.' This aquatic bloom, a motif in art and literature for millennia, represents purity, beauty, and rebirth. It graced the language of poets and travelers for generations.
When you picture your child with the name Nilufer, you see a serene presence, someone who brings a tranquil beauty to your world. It's for the daughter who will inspire a sense of peace and wonder, like the flower itself.
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The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#7 in 2017
Total Births
17
First Recorded
1989
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