Banu

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Pronounced bah-NOO /bɑˈnuː/Medium

Meaning: From the Persian Banu, 'lady; princess; noble woman' — a dignified title-name long used across Iran, Turkey, and Central Asia. Graceful and warm.Low

In 30 seconds: A dignified Persian name: Banu means 'lady; princess' (said 'bah-NOO'). Graceful and warm.

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Origin MediumPersian

MeaningFrom the Persian Banu, 'lady; princess; noble woman' — a dignified title-name long used across Iran, Turkey, and Central Asia. Graceful and warm.

U.S. rank (2018)#12690

2018 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 7

History & Origin

Banu comes from the Persian for 'lady; princess,' a dignified name long used across Persian and Turkic lands. It reads graceful and warm — rare in the U.S. (said 'bah-NOO').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely, more familiar in Iran and Turkey. Rare, dignified, and warm.

Did you know? Banu is Persian for 'lady; princess; noble woman' — a graceful title-name used across Iran, Turkey, and Central Asia (said 'bah-NOO').

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References — Banu — Persian 'lady; princess'

Variations

BanooShirinRoya

Nicknames

BaNu

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Banu mean?

Banu is Persian for 'lady; princess; noble woman,' used across Iran, Turkey, and Central Asia.

How do you pronounce Banu?

It's said bah-NOO /bɑˈnuː/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Banu a boy or girl name?

Banu is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Banu?

Banu is a rare name in the U.S.