Persian names
Names of Persian origin we cover in depth, each with meaning, etymology, and popularity data back to 1880.
- EstherEsther is of debated originPersian#119
- JasperOne who brings treasure, derived from the Persian word for a treasurerPersian#129
- JasmineJasmine refers to the fragrant flowering plant of the genus JasminumPersian#206
- CyrusFrom the Persian name کوروش (Kourosh), meaning 'young' or 'far-sighted', but the exact meaning is debatedPersian#268
- KianRoyal, kingly, or of ancient royal lineagePersian#400
- JazminA variant spelling of Jasmine, from the name of the fragrant flowerPersian#710
- DariusPossessor of goodness, he who holds firm the goodPersian#788
- SorayaStarPersian#862
- AnaisDerived from the Persian goddess of fertility and water, Anahita, though its exact meaning is debatedPersian#892
- CasperTreasure bearer or treasurer, derived from a Persian word meaning 'keeper of the treasure'Persian#924
- Yasminjasmine flowerPersian#955
- ArianArian is of debated originPersian#965
- KiyanOf debated originPersian#1,075
- ArmanDesire, wish, or aspirationPersian#1,204
- RumiOf debated originPersian#1,279
- RoxanneBright, dawn, or star, from the Persian name RoshanakPersian#1,309
- Jasminjasmine flower, a fragrant climbing plant with white or yellow flowersPersian#1,406
- SaroyaOf debated originPersian#1,493
- ArmaanHope, wish, or desirePersian#1,634
- TajCrownPersian#1,663
- YasmeenJasmine flowerPersian#1,692
- SyrusOf uncertain originPersian#1,808
- DariaPossessor of goodnessPersian#1,855
- KasperTreasurer, or treasure keeperPersian#1,867
- AryanaA name of debated originPersian#2,099
- ArvinFriend of the people, or possibly a modern coinage derived from an Iranian namePersian#2,125
- ShayanWorthy, deserving, or excellent in PersianPersian#2,145
- ArsalanLion, associated with bravery and strengthPersian#2,284
- ZarinaGold, goldenPersian#2,298
- RoxanaDawn or little starPersian#2,354
- RoyaDream, vision, or hopePersian#2,368
- CyShort form of Cyrus, meaning 'sun' in Persian, or possibly 'young' or 'lord'Persian#2,539
- AyazCold night breezePersian#2,604
- DenizThe sea or oceanPersian#2,604
- KamranThe name Kamran means 'successful,' 'fortunate,' or 'prosperous' in PersianPersian#2,604
- SimaTreasure, or precious thingPersian#2,645
- CyraThe name Cyra is often considered a feminine form of the Persian name Cyrus, meaning 'throne' or 'sun'Persian#2,691
- MeherOne who is kind, benevolent, or compassionatePersian#2,691
- NazliA person who is coquettish, delicate, or coyPersian#2,691
- MeharA name of Persian origin meaning 'kindness, benevolence, or sunPersian#2,751
- RoxannaDawn, bright, or a variant of Roxana, possibly meaning 'little star' in PersianPersian#2,822
- SanayaOne possible meaning is 'radiant' or 'brilliant', derived from Persian roots (like 'sanā' meaning 'splendor'), though it is also associated with a Sanskrit origin meaning 'best' or 'excellent'Persian#2,859
- JahanOf Persian origin, meaning 'world' or 'universe'Persian#2,941
- GasparTreasure bearerPersian#3,036
- MehtabMoonlight (of Persian origin)Persian#3,036
- SalaarLeader, commander, or chiefPersian#3,089
- AzarFire or flame, also associated with the Persian month AzarPersian#3,128
- ArshOf uncertain originPersian#3,181
- DavariOf uncertain originPersian#3,450
- DaryaOf uncertain originPersian#3,517
- RoshanLight, brightness, or illuminationPersian#3,658
- ViyanOf uncertain originPersian#3,658
- BaaniOf uncertain originPersian#3,712
- KayhanKing of the universe or ruler of the worldPersian#3,757
- TeghSword (in Punjabi, from Persian tegh)Persian#3,757
- AvanOf uncertain originPersian#3,848
- AyhanOf uncertain originPersian#3,848
- RoxieEither a pet form of Roxanne, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright', or derived from the Persian name Roshanak, meaning 'little dawn'Persian#3,903
- DelaraHaving a heart adorned with beauty (from Persian elements del 'heart' and ara 'adorn, decorate')Persian#4,067
- ShahzainA debated compoundPersian#4,139
- ArtinOf uncertain originPersian#4,249
- SalarOne who is good or virtuousPersian#4,249
- YazmineJasmine flower, from the Persian word yasminPersian#4,265
- OmidHope, aspiration, or expectationPersian#4,396
- Shahzadson of a king, prince, or noblemanPersian#4,396
- DilaraBeloved, heart's delight, or sweetheartPersian#4,460
- AzadFree, independent, or noblePersian#4,539
- BaharSpring or springtime in Persian and related languagesPersian#4,546
- HeranOf uncertain originPersian#4,546
- JahaanOf uncertain originPersian#4,707
- ParsaA Persian name meaning 'devout', 'pious', or 'an ascetic', with roots in ancient Persian culturePersian#4,707
- TigranOf uncertain originPersian#4,707
- MahsaMoon-like, or related to the moonPersian#4,758
- ParisaLike a fairy, or associated with fairies and paradisePersian#4,758
- RahiOne possible meaning is 'handsome' or 'beautiful' in PersianPersian#4,758
- ArashTruthful, honest, or righteousPersian#4,857
- ArshanOf debated originPersian#4,857
- CasparTreasurer, or keeper of the treasurePersian#4,857
- PariFairy or angelic being in Persian poetry and folklorePersian#4,878
- AzaadFree, independentPersian#5,045
- GurnaazA compound name of Persian origin, typically interpreted as 'grace' or 'pride' combined with 'Gur' (from Guru)Persian#5,099
- MehranKind, affectionate, or sunnyPersian#5,208
- NimaOf disputed originPersian#5,208
- MirzaPrince or noblemanPersian#5,399
- XerxesRuler over heroes, or king-hero (of uncertain exact nuance in Old Persian)Persian#5,399
- BibiDerived from the Persian word for 'lady' or 'woman of rank'Persian#5,410
- NihanOf uncertain originPersian#5,554
- SadafA feminine name meaning 'oyster shell' or 'mother-of-pearl' in PersianPersian#5,554
- ShahanOf uncertain originPersian#5,608
- ArshaanOf uncertain originPersian#5,861
- NikanGood, virtuous, or beautiful (Persian)Persian#5,861
- AsalHoney (in Persian)Persian#5,917
- SehrishA variant of the name Sahar or Sahrish, likely derived from Persian meaning 'dawn' or 'sunrise'Persian#6,116
- KasraA central character in the Persian epic Shahnameh, associated with justice and wisdomPersian#6,143
- MehrAffection, love, or kindnessPersian#6,325
- SinaOf uncertain or debated originPersian#6,325
- DastanStory, tale (from Persian dastān)Persian#6,446
- KavehOf debated originPersian#6,446
- NazaninA Persian name often interpreted as 'sweetheart' or 'lovely', derived from the Persian word 'naz' meaning 'charm' or 'coquetry'Persian#6,546
- BaranOf uncertain originPersian#6,803
- ShahOf uncertain originPersian#6,803
- Dariyapossessing goodness, keeper of the good, or wealthyPersian#6,838
- KimiaA compound word meaning 'alchemy' or 'the philosopher's stone' in PersianPersian#6,838
- ZitaLittle girl or seekerPersian#6,838
- ArpiSun, or a celestial light, in Armenian mythologyPersian#7,133
- JasminaJasmina is a variant of Jasmine, meaning 'jasmine flower'Persian#7,133
- RoohiA variant of Ruhi, meaning 'spiritual' or 'mystical' in Persian and Urdu contextsPersian#7,133
- ShirinSweet, pleasant, charmingPersian#7,133
- BornaFrom the Persian word for 'young' or 'youthful'Persian#7,194
- CanSoul, life, spirit, or heartPersian#7,194
- IranDerived from the Persian 'Ērān,' meaning 'land of the Aryans,' referring to the countryPersian#7,194
- MatinA Persian-derived name meaning 'heart' or 'core', also interpreted as 'strong' or 'firm'Persian#7,194
- MiladOne of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Persian for 'birthday' or a variant of Arabic 'Milad' meaning 'birth'Persian#7,194
- ZareenOf uncertain originPersian#7,491
- AzarianOf uncertain originPersian#7,679
- Dariushpossessing wealth, wealthyPersian#7,679
- MihranKind, loving, or benevolentPersian#7,679
- SartajCrownPersian#7,679
- ShahinFalcon, specifically the peregrine falcon, symbolizing speed and nobility in Persian culturePersian#7,679
- ShahmeerKing, prince, or rulerPersian#7,679
- AnahitaImmaculate, pure, or the goddess of waters and fertility in ancient Iranian mythologyPersian#7,885
- MaralA type of deer (Caspian red deer) or, in Persian, a metaphorical term for a graceful, beautiful womanPersian#7,885
- MarjanCoralPersian#7,885
- SoraiyaUncertainPersian#7,885
- YaldaNight of birth, referring to the longest night of the year (winter solstice)Persian#7,885
- FarzadSomeone who is quick-witted, intelligent, or cleverPersian#8,243
- NavidGood news, bearer of good newsPersian#8,243
- NihaanOne who is hidden or concealedPersian#8,243
- RadinOf uncertain originPersian#8,243
- Raminfull of joy, happyPersian#8,243
- ShervinOne who is sweet-temperedPersian#8,243
- ZeeshanZeeshan means 'dignity', 'grandeur', or 'splendor' in Urdu and PersianPersian#8,243
- AfsanaStory, tale, or legend in Persian and UrduPersian#8,362
- MargaretteOf debated origin, likely from a Persian word for 'child of light' or Hebrew 'pearl'Persian#8,362
- SetayeshA Persian word meaning 'praise' or 'admiration'Persian#8,362
- VashtiOf uncertain meaningPersian#8,362
- InannaOf uncertain meaningPersian#8,860
- SanamA term of endearment meaning "beloved" or "sweetheart" in Persian, Urdu, and HindiPersian#8,860
- BijanHero, brave, or noblePersian#8,910
- KawanOf debated originPersian#8,910
- NaveedGood news, bearer of good news, or evangelistPersian#8,910
- MithraFriend, ally, or covenantPersian#9,457
- ShireenSweet, pleasant, or charmingPersian#9,457
- MahanOf uncertain originPersian#9,714
- RonakA Persian word for a small light or glittering object, often interpreted as light or brightnessPersian#9,714
- SaberOf uncertain originPersian#9,714
- NishanSign, emblem, or markPersian#10,695
- AnahitOf uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'immaculate' or 'stainless' in ArmenianPersian#10,917
- YazminaJasmine flowerPersian#10,917
- ArshiOf uncertain originPersian#11,932
- ArzuDesire, wish, or longingPersian#11,932
- MaleeFlowerPersian#11,932
- Andranikvaliant man or warriorPersian#12,008
- BatuStone, rockPersian#12,008
- FarazElevation, height, or eminencePersian#12,008
- FarhadPossessing glory, worthy of praise, or intelligentPersian#12,008
- JaanLife, soul, or beloved (from Persian jān, Sanskrit jīva)Persian#12,008
- YasharWorthy, deserving, or virtuous in PersianPersian#12,008
- EknoorOne who belongs to GodPersian#13,208
- FarheenJoyful, glad, or happy (of Persian origin, via Urdu)Persian#13,208
- FizaOne meaning is 'nature, natural temperament' or 'breeze' in Urdu and Persian, though the exact origin is debatedPersian#13,208
- MaheenOne meaning is 'the moon', another is 'beautiful' or 'lovely'Persian#13,208
- RoxanedawnPersian#13,208
- RoxannVariant of Roxanne, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright' from PersianPersian#13,208
- Shukronagrateful, thankful (from Persian/Tajik 'shukr')Persian#14,942
- YasaminFlower, specifically jasminePersian#14,942
- AfsheenOf uncertain originPersiangirl
- AlirezaThe name is a compound of 'Ali' (exalted, noble) and 'Reza' (contentment, satisfaction), together often interpreted as 'noble satisfaction' or 'one who is content with the exalted'Persianboy
- ArshiaThrone, dominionPersianunisex
- AshkanOf uncertain originPersianboy
- AtishaProbably a feminine form of Atish, meaning 'fire' or 'explosive' in Persian languagesPersiangirl
- AzadehThe name Azadeh means 'free' or 'noble' in PersianPersiangirl
- BabakHeroic, brave, or young fatherPersianboy
- BitaUnique, excellent, or distinctive in PersianPersiangirl
- BobakDerived from the Persian name Babak, meaning 'little father' or 'father-like'Persianboy
- DaanishOf uncertain originPersianboy
- DaruisDerived from Darius, an ancient Persian name meaning 'possessing goodness'Persianboy
- DeryaSea, oceanPersiangirl
- DornaA popular name in Iran, often associated with the Persian word for 'young' or 'maiden,' though its exact meaning is debatedPersiangirl
- FardeenOf uncertain originPersianboy
- Gevorkfarmer, earthworkerPersianboy
- HumaBird of paradisePersiangirl
- JasmenPossibly a respelling of Jasmine, derived from the Persian word for the jasmine flowerPersiangirl
- JasmeneJasmene is a variant spelling of Jasmine, meaning the climbing plant with fragrant flowersPersiangirl
- JassmineA variant spelling of Jasmine, from the Persian word for the fragrant climbing flowerPersiangirl
- JavedEternal, immortal, or everlastingPersianboy
- JavidEternal, immortalPersianboy
- KashishAttraction, allure, or fascinationPersiangirl
- KimiyaAlchemy or the elixir of lifePersiangirl
- KouroshOf uncertain origin, likely from Old Persian, meaning perhaps "far-sighted" or "like the sun"Persianboy
- LadanOf uncertain originPersiangirl
- MahinGreat, magnificent, or powerfulPersianboy
- Narmeensoft, delicatePersiangirl
- NasrinA wild rose, specifically the sweetbriar or eglantinePersiangirl
- OmeedHope, aspirationPersianboy
- ParvinFull moonPersianboy
- PayamMessage, tidingsPersianboy
- RominOf uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'pomegranate' from PersianPersianboy
- RoshanaOf debated origin, possibly a variant of Roshan meaning 'light' or 'bright' in PersianPersiangirl
- RoxOf uncertain originPersiangirl
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