Meaning and history
Nigar is a feminine name used in Persian, Azerbaijani, Turkish, and South Asian traditions. It comes from Persian negār, meaning “picture,” “portrait,” or figuratively “beloved” and “beautiful one.” The name has a strong literary presence in Persianate poetry. Notable bearers include Azerbaijani singer Nigar Jamal, winner of the Eurovision Song Contest, and Azerbaijani poet Nigar Rafibeyli. Pronunciation and spelling vary among languages.