Nilufer Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Nilufer

"Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ)"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2017 👥 17 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ)
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
17
Life Path
Number 4

📖 What Does Nilufer Mean?

Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ). It is a popular feminine given name in Turkey. It may refer to:

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Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ). It is a popular feminine given name in Turkey. It may refer to:

Root Element
Nilufer
Core Meaning
"Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ)"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Nilufer

N 5
I 9
L 3
U 3
F 6
E 5
R 9
SUM 4
4
Life Path
Stability & Hard Work
8
Soul Urge
Power & Ambition
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.

📊 Nilufer in Numbers

17 US bearers
2017 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Nilufer" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Nilüfer is the Turkish word for "water lily", also means Precious from Persian nîlûfar (نیلوفر), which is ultimately derived from the Sanskrit word for the blue lotus nīḷōtpaḷa (नीळोत्पळ)".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~17 people named Nilufer in the US. Peaked in 2017 with 7 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Nilufer?

The Life Path number for Nilufer is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 5.

Is Nilufer a boy or girl name?

Nilufer is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Nilufer in the US?

Approximately 17 people in the United States are named Nilufer. The name peaked in 2017 with 7 recorded uses.

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