Do Urdu baby names have any special meanings?

Urdu names have great cultural significance. Many names in this culture have an adjective, which conveys how parents want their child to be. The names symbolize qualities that society upholds, such as beauty, strength, patience, and generosity. For example, Aaidah means ‘narrator of hadith.’ Batool means ‘pure and chaste,’ Fiza means ‘open-hearted,’ and Dua means ‘devotion.’

Are there any traditional naming customs in Urdu-speaking cultures?

Urdu or Pakistani names have origins in Arabic, Indo-Persian, and Turkish cultures. Since tribal and familial identity is given much consideration, people add their tribes name to their family’s. Traditional Arabic-Abrahamic names are prolific. Some examples are Muhammad, Yusuf, and Ali. However, today European-style naming systems gained much popularity in Pakistan (2).

Are there any gender-neutral Urdu baby names?

Yes. There are some gender-neutral names in Urdu you can use for your child. These include Gohar, meaning precious stone, Lakisha, meaning alive, Hareem, meaning a superior man, and Hamas, meaning enthusiasm.

What is the role of religion in choosing Urdu baby names?

The Urdu-speaking people give the first name, sometimes just an honorary name. It shows a connection with the Islamic faith. A second shorter name is then given to the baby, by which they are commonly known. Muslims also avoid using names that convey worshiping anything other than Allah. Parents also seek the suggestions of grandparents and Imam while naming their baby.

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52 Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Z

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Zahir	Boy	Clear; Manifest; To shine; Helper; Supporter
Zamir	Boy	Conscience; Mind; Heart; Good voice; Singer
Zamira	Girl	Mind; Heart; Conscience
Zayah	Unisex	Honest; Hope; Faith
Zarina	Unisex	Golden; Gold; Empress
Zubair	Girl	Iron; Brave; Strong
Zoha	Boy	Light
Zunairah	Unisex	Moonlight; Shine of the moon
Zunaira	Girl	Moonlight; Shine of the moon
Zakir	Boy	To memorize; To study; To remember

Zharia	Girl	Blooming flower; Gold
Zohaib	Girl	Beloved leader
Zareen	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zeeshan	Boy	Possessor of; Owner of
Zehra	Girl	Blooming flower; To shine; Bright; Brilliant
Zeenat	Girl	Ornament
Zaryan	Boy	Seeker of wealth; Storm
Zameer	Boy	Conscience; Heart; Mind; Innermost self; Nightingale; Sweet voice
Zafir	Boy	Victorious
Zarian	Unisex	One who finds gold

Zohra	Unisex	Venus; Brilliance; Light
Zulaikha	Girl	Brilliant beauty; Bright and fair
Zafar	Boy	Victory; Victor
Zarin	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zohair	Boy	To shine; To be radiant; To give light
Zuha	Girl	Forenoon; Sacrifice; Immolate
Zuber	Unisex	Iron; Strong; Powerful; Firm
Zulqarnain	Boy	Possessor of the two horns
Zarena	Girl	Golden; Female monarch
Zahin	Unisex	Intellectual; Sagacious; Clever

Zaheen	Unisex	Intelligent; Sharp-minded; Deep thinking; Sagacious; Clever
Zaman	Unisex	Time; Age; Era
Zeshan	Unisex	Possessor of Splendor; Moon; Magnificent; Brilliant
Zahida	Girl	Pious; Devout; Devoted to God
Zareena	Unisex	Golden; Bright; Brilliant; Shining
Zafina	Unisex	Victorious
Zuni	Unisex	Moon
Zubaida	Girl	Elite; Prime; Soft-bodied; Like cream
Zarish	Unisex	Gold; Money; Pride
Zafreen	Unisex	Knowledgeable; Victorious

Zafer	Boy	Victory; Conqueror; Victor
Zaib	Girl	Beauty; Esthetic; Adornment
Zulfikar	Boy	Cleaver of the spine
Zahaan	Unisex	Insightful; Perceptive; Brilliant; Dawn; Universe
Zaheed	Unisex	Pious; Devout
Zahraa	Girl	Brightness; Brilliance; Light
Zaiba	Unisex	Beautiful
Zonaira	Unisex	Moonlight; Flower from the paradise
Zuleyha	Girl	Brilliant; Radiant
Zunair	Boy	Moonlight

Zibah	Unisex	My delight is in her; Sacrifice
Zarlish	Girl	Gold bar

Infographic: Impactful Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Z

A given name can profoundly impact your child’s persona in many ways. Therefore, selecting a name with a meaningful theme and cultural relevance is vital. To help you make an informed and thoughtful choice, we bring you an infographic on dynamic Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Z that could inspire your child to reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves.

Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Z(infographic)

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