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Nosheen

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nosheen: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1984.

Nosheen, of Persian origin, means “sweet” or “pleasant,” drawn from the word “noosh” signifying honey or delight. It is a lyrical name common across Iran, Pakistan, and India, and has gained modest recognition in Scotland through multicultural families. A notable bearer is Nosheen Iqbal, a British journalist and former arts editor of The Observer; another is Nosheen Ali, a Pakistani-American academic known for her work on education and ecology. The name’s variant spellings include Noshin and Noosheen, and while often feminine, it is considered unisex in some communities. For parents seeking a name that feels both melodic and globally connected, Nosheen offers a gentle, positive meaning that travels well

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
19844 babies
Latest (1984)
#4734 babies
Total births
7since 1982
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1984 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).