Indian name meaning
Nargis
♀ GirlNar·gis · 2 syllables
The narcissus flower
- Origin
- Persian
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
- Also spelled
- Nargish, Nargisa
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
| N | a | r | g | i | s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
5 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 3 = 15, then 1 + 5 = 6. So Nargis carries the name number 6.
About the name Nargis
Nargis is a girl's name of Persian origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “The narcissus flower.”
Spoken aloud it is Nar·gis — 2 syllables. You will also see it written as Nargish or Nargisa — all the same name, the spelling being a matter of family preference. Nargis turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nargis mean?
Nargis means “The narcissus flower.” It is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Is Nargis a boy or a girl name?
Nargis is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Nargis?
Nargis is of Persian origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
How do you pronounce Nargis?
Nargis has 2 syllables and is said as Nar·gis.
What are the other spellings of Nargis?
Nargis is also commonly spelled Nargish or Nargisa. All of these are the same name with the same meaning.
What is the numerology number of the name Nargis?
In the Chaldean system, Nargis has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
Is Nargis a common name in India?
Nargis appears 14 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Nargis?
For a brother to Nargis, families often stay within the same Persian naming tradition — Nagina, Naushad, Naved or Parvez all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Nargis?
Francis, Faris, Haris or Idris share Nargis's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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