Holding steady.
Popularity of Shahrzad since 1976
Babies named Shahrzad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 65 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shahrzad is a Persian name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1976, though it has never reached the top 1000. Its peak year was 1979, after which its usage has been minimal but stable, with no significant upward or downward trajectory. The name's rarity means there is no data on a 1-in-N frequency. With no top states highlighting a regional cluster, Shahrzad remains a niche choice, primarily among families with Persian heritage. Its sound and spelling evoke the more famous Shahrazad but with a distinct interpretation rooted in the word for city.
Shahrzad is a Persian compound name formed from 'shahr' meaning city and 'zad' meaning born or child. It is closely related to Shahrazad (Scheherazade) but with 'shahr' instead of 'shah' (king). The name has been used in Iran and the Persian diaspora, though it remains relatively rare in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shahrz, Zadi
Variants: Shahrzad
Sibling names for Shahrzad
Names that share Shahrzad's style, for a brother or sister.
