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Name meaning

Sunbul

Girl's nameAzərbaycan mənşəli

Grain ear; symbol of fragrant flower and abundance.

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Name meaning and origin

Sunbul means the grain cluster at the tip of cereal plants in the Azerbaijani language and is considered a symbol of abundance. At the same time, it is the name of a decorative plant (hyacinth) with fragrant flowers growing in clusters, and of one of the stars of the Girl constellation (Sünbülə). Although the word draws its origin from Arabic and Persian, it has been fully absorbed into our language.

The name is given to a girl with connotations of abundance, plenty, and beauty; in Azerbaijan it belongs to the family of nature and plant names (Nargiz, Yasaman, Benevse). It does not appear in the Quran as a name, and it is not prohibited from an Islamic standpoint.

Name details

Gender
Girl's name
Origin
Azərbaycan mənşəli
Letter count
6
Appears in the Quran
No
Variants
Sümbül, Sunbul
Pronunciation
syn.ˈbyl

Frequently asked questions

The most asked questions about this name.

  • What is the meaning of the name Sunbul?

    Sunbul refers to the cluster of grains, the ear of corn; it is also the name of a fragrant flower. It is considered a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
  • Is the name Sunbul mentioned in the Quran?

    No, the name Sunbul does not appear as a name in the Quran or the hadiths, but there is no prohibition against it under Islamic rules.
  • Is Sunbul a boy or a girl name?

    Sunbul is a girl name.