Indian name meaning
Gulab
⚥ UnisexGu·lab · 2 syllables
The rose
- Origin
- Persian
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
| G | u | l | a | b |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
3 + 6 + 3 + 1 + 2 = 15, then 1 + 5 = 6. So Gulab carries the name number 6.
About the name Gulab
Gulab is a unisex name of Persian origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The rose.”
Spoken aloud it is Gu·lab — 2 syllables. Gulab turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gulab mean?
Gulab means “The rose.” It is a unisex name of Persian origin.
Is Gulab a boy or a girl name?
Gulab is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Gulab?
Gulab is of Persian origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Gulab?
Gulab has 2 syllables and is said as Gu·lab.
What is the numerology number of the name Gulab?
In the Chaldean system, Gulab has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
Is Gulab a common name in India?
Gulab appears 11 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Gulab?
For a sibling to Gulab, families often stay within the same Persian naming tradition — Gulshan, Meher, Resham or Ruhaan all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Gulab?
Zainab, Mehtab, Aftab or Rabab share Gulab's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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