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Origin: Persian

Meaning: Water lily

Allow baby to peacefully drift through life like a beautiful and whimsical water lily with the unique name Nilufer. Of Turkish, Arabic, and Persian origin, Nilufer is a feminine name that means “water lily,” stemming from the Persian word nilufar or نیلوفر. In many cultures, water lilies are associated with birth, resurrection, and purity, making it a fitting moniker to bestow upon your bundle of joy.