100 Kazakh Girl Names That Reflect Rich Heritage

Names inspired by the rich traditions and cultural stories of Kazakhstan.

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Kazakh girl names have a deep cultural heritage tied to the traditions of Kazakhstan in central Eurasia. According to ancient customs, a child is officially given a name after forty days. The older generation usually does this important task, typically the paternal grandfather. Having the elders name the child shows respect and follows family traditions. It is considered disrespectful for young parents to name the child themselves.

The naming process involves a special ceremony. The grandfather whispers the name into the baby’s right ear and then does the same for the left ear. Sometimes, a cleric performs this ritual, adding a religious touch. After this, the name is announced to everyone present, and a joint prayer is said for the child’s health and well-being (1).

Kazakh girl names are often chosen based on various factors, such as the names of saints, celebrities, or significant events around the time of the child's birth. This practice ensures that the names carry meaning and reflect the cultural heritage and values of the Kazakh people. This post explores different Kazakh girl names and their meanings, highlighting their beauty and cultural depth.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Aitana	Girl	A mountain range in Valencia; Spain; Dawning moon; Wise moon
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Saniyah	Girl	Second child; Splendid; Brilliant
Safiya	Girl	Pure; Friend
Aiyanna	Girl	Eternal blossom; Everlasting bloom; Beautiful flower; Clear; Revelation; Going; Fountain; Downy-bearded
Ainara	Girl	The swallow bird; Moonlight; Moon flame; Moon pomegranate
Zamira	Girl	Mind; Heart; Conscience
Azlynn	Girl	Lion; Vision or dream
Zarina	Unisex	Golden; Gold; Empress
Medina	Girl	A city of the Prophet

Aina	Girl	Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste
Ailana	Girl	Halo; Moonlight; Loving
Zarya	Girl	Sunrise; Dawn; Gold
Rayana	Girl	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate
Alima	Girl	Learned; Wise; Cultured; Intelligent; Educated; Intellectual
Ajna	Girl	Mirror; Command; Authority; To give orders; Third-eye chakra
Aiman	Girl	My moon; Right-handed; Blessed; Lucky
Ayannah	Girl	Clear; Obvious; Revelation
Elmira	Girl	Country or society; Commander; Famous and noble
Adiyah	Girl	God's ornament; Normal; Ordinary; Witness

Dinara	Girl	A treasured individual; Expensive; Wealth
Nuriya	Girl	Light; Brilliant; Our Lady of Nuria; Place between valleys
Zarena	Girl	Golden; Female monarch
Aidana	Girl	Wise moon
Eiman	Girl	My moon; Blessed; Right-handed
Lunara	Girl	Pomegranate flower
Sabira	Girl	Patient; Enduring person
Diyara	Unisex	Apparent; Visible; Clear
Aimen	Girl	The moon's beauty; Right-handed; Blessed; Lucky
Nazira	Girl	Similar; Alike; Counterpart

Jazira	Unisex	Island or peninsula
Zhaniya	Girl	Soul
Ailin	Boy	Of the moon; Moon halo; Cheerful; Precious
Azmiya	Girl	Resolution
Gauhar	Girl	Jewel; Gemstone
Gulnar	Girl	A flower of pomegranate
Gulnaz	Girl	Delight; Comfort; Rose; Flower
Nazeera	Girl	Similar; Counterpart; Beautiful
Nazgul	Girl	Delight; Comfort; Flower
Nuray	Girl	Bright moon; Light

Saule	Girl	Sun; Lithuanian Sun Goddess; Ray; Sunbeam
Dilnaz	Girl	Delightful heart; Comforting mind; Loved of the heart
Aibala	Girl	Moon child
Aibanu	Girl	Moon lady
Aiganym	Girl	Moon princess
Aigerim	Girl	One who is very beautiful
Akbota	Girl	White baby-camel
Akerke	Girl	A spoiled and mischievous child
Altynay	Girl	Golden moon
Ayakoz	Girl	One with beautiful eyes

Balganym	Girl	A lady as sweet as honey
Batima	Girl	Kazakh form of Fatimah; To abstain
Botagoz	Girl	Eye of the baby camel
Byrganym	Girl	Queen or lady
Dariga	Girl	Pity; Regret or surprise
Elnara	Girl	People; Country; Nation
Enlik	Girl	Edelweiss
Gulaisha	Girl	Alive flower
Gulaiym	Girl	Flower lady
Gulayna	Girl	A combination of flowers and mirror

Gulbadam	Girl	Flower; As beautiful as a flower
Gulbatira	Girl	Flower at the mountain summit
Guldana	Girl	Wise, educated, and learned flower
Gulmira	Girl	Flower princess
Gulya	Girl	Flower
Kalamkas	Girl	Black eyebrows or thin eyebrows
Kamshat	Girl	Beaver
Karlygash	Girl	The swallow bird
Kulpynai	Girl	Strawberry
Kunsulu	Girl	Beauty or beautiful

Kymbat	Girl	Expensive; Precious; Dear
Lashyn	Girl	A peregrine falcon
Lyazzat	Girl	Sweet; Pleasant; Beautiful
Mahabbat	Girl	Love
Makhabbat	Girl	Love; Affection
Marzhan	Girl	Pearl or coral
Meyirzhan	Girl	A kind soul
Moldir	Girl	transparent, clean
Nurbakyt	Girl	Light and happiness
Nurgul	Girl	Radiant rose

Nurlan	Girl	Light combined with soldier guard
Nursulu	Girl	Light; Illumination
Raushangul	Girl	Glowing flower
Samal	Girl	Breeze
Sholpan	Girl	Venus; The name of a planet
Shyrailym	Girl	Glamourous
Symbat	Girl	Slenderness
Tansholpan	Girl	The morning star
Tazagul	Girl	Clean flower
Togzhan	Girl	One with a pure soul

Ulbolsin	Girl	May the next one be a boy
Ultuar	Girl	Give birth to boys
Umit	Girl	Hope
Zhazira	Girl	Island
Zhibek	Girl	Silk
Nevara	Unisex	Grandchild
Daneliya	Girl	One from an able country
Mereke	Girl	Festival; Celebration
Saltanat	Girl	Festival; Celebration
Sezim	Girl	Emotional; Sensitive

Kazakh girl names show the rich culture and traditions of Kazakhstan. The unique naming process, involving elders and often a religious element, highlights the community's respect for heritage. These names, influenced by historical figures, saints, and significant events, provide a glimpse into the values and stories cherished by the Kazakh people. By understanding and appreciating the meanings behind Kazakh girl names, we celebrate the enduring legacy and cultural depth that these names represent.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Kazakh girl names inspired by nature?

Kazakh girl names, including Aibala meaning ‘moon child,’ Balganym meaning ‘honey lady,’ Gulaisha meaning ‘alive flower,’ Karlygash meaning ‘swallow bird,’ and Taigan meaning ‘wild mountain’ are some examples of nature-inspired names.

2. Are there any famous people with Kazakh girl names?

Zhazira Nurimbetova who was crowned Miss Kazakhstan in 2012, the Kazakh actress and teacher Sholpan Isabekyzy Zhandarbekova who was awarded the People's Artist of the USSR in 1982, and Dariga Nazarbayeva, who is one of the richest women in Kazakhstan are some influential women from Kazakhstan.

3. Do Kazakh and Islamic cultures influence Kazakh girl names?

Being the major religion of the Kazakhs, Islam has a great influence in Kazakhstan, including on their names. Some Kazakh girl names that are influenced by Islamic culture are Ainur meaning ‘moonlight’ in Arabic, Aliya which is a Kazakh variant of the Muslim name Aliyah, Asel meaning ‘honey’ in Arabic, and Gulmira meaning ‘flower princess’ in Persian and Arabic.

Infographic: Kazakh Baby Girl Names

Kazakh girl names are a beautiful reflection of Kazakhstan's rich cultural heritage. These names are often tied to significant events, historical figures, or cherished traditions. The following collection celebrates the diversity and significance of these names. Discover the beauty and depth behind each name.

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