Anarkali Name Meaning

The name "Anarkali" is of Persian origin and translates in English to "pomegranate blossom." This name became popular due to the tragic love story of a courtesan named Anarkali during the Mughal Empire in India.

According to the legend, Anarkali was a beautiful dancer who fell in love with Prince Salim (later Emperor Jahangir). Emperor Akbar, Salim's father, disapproved of their relationship. When Anarkali defied him, he had her sealed alive in a wall. However, the factual accuracy of this tale is disputed, and it is widely accepted as a folklore or mythology.