Nazia

Nazia is a feminine given name predominantly used in Bengali and Urdu-speaking communities. It originates from Persian نازی (nāzī), meaning "sweet, coy" or "dainty". The name embodies grace and charm, reflecting the cultural appreciation for poetic and endearing qualities in South Asian naming traditions.

Notable Bearers

Nazia is widely associated with pioneering figures in the Pakistani pop music scene of the 1980s. The most celebrated is Nazia Hassan (1965–2000), a legendary pop singer whose duets with her brother Zoheb, such as "Aap Jaisa Koi" and "Disco Deewane", earned her a global fanbase. She is often regarded as the queen of Pakistani pop. Other notable bearers include Pakistani singers Nazia Sadiq (born 1976) and Nazia Iqbal (born 1980), known for their Pashto music; Nazia Khanum (born 1943), a British management consultant; Nazia Nazir (born 1978), a Pakistani cricketer; and Nazia Mogra (born 1985), an English television journalist.

• Meaning: "sweet, coy"
• Origin: Persian
• Type: First name (feminine)
• Usage regions: Bengali, Urdu