126 Kurdish Baby Names With Meanings

Kurdistan’s unique identity is reflected in these special names.

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• Sep 19, 2023

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Kurdish baby names have started gaining attention among millennial parents. Parents often think hard and long about a name for their newborn. Countless websites and books help choose names that sound good and have a beautiful meaning. However, Kurdish names are rarely heard in popular culture and may appear unique. This is because the most popular given names in English-speaking countries have European origins. Kurdish names have deep meanings and ancient roots in the region's culture. Kurdish is a northwestern Iranian language spoken by Kurds in the Middle East and parts of Asia. The language has three dialects – Northern Kurdish, Kurmanji; Central Kurdish, Sorani; and Southern Kurdish, Xwarîn. Kurmanji is spoken in Kurdish Turkey, Syria, the Soviet Union, and parts of Iran and Iraq (where it is called Behdini). It uses the Latin or Cyrillic alphabet (in the former Soviet Union). Meanwhile, Sorani is spoken in parts of Iran and Iraq and written using Arabic (1). The language also shares traits with Iranian languages, especially Persian, primarily due to its long-standing historical contact with the country. Kurds, mainly Iraqi Kurds, have now adopted Arabic naming conventions. But traditional Kurds opt for tribal or geographical last names and the grandfather’s or great-grandfather’s name as the family name. As a result, the full name includes a personal name and a surname. For their middle names, Kurdish men use their father’s or grandfather’s first name, and women use their mother’s or grandmother’s name. Children adopt their father's family’s name, as with most Western families (2). But Kurdish women do not take their husbands’ family names in marriage. Natural elements, such as plants and animals, inspire Kurdish personal names. Human virtues and emotions, such as joy and love, or qualities, such as purity and intellect, are reflected in Kurdish names. Many such names are spiritually inclined, and some are a sign of respect to ancestors. Thus, if you wish to honor your roots, indulge yourselves in the world of Kurdish baby names below.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aferin	Girl	Lucky or trustworthy
Afran	Boy	Created
Agrin	Boy	Fiery
Aheng	Girl	Harmony
Ahin	Girl	Kurdish word for whole
Ajda	Boy	Sprout; Buckwheat
Ajwan	Girl	A small gulf
Akam	Boy	Kurdish word for result
Ako	Boy	Tired; Weary
Alacan	Boy	Life-flag

Alal	Girl	Kurdish word for red rose
Alaz	Boy	Intention
Amajgar	Boy	A sound advisor
Amanc	Boy	Aim; Goal
Ameda	Boy	Prince of Diyarbakir
Amez	Boy	Hug
Amira	Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl
Amraz	Boy	Target
Apso	Boy	A source of fresh water; Name of a Sumerian God
Aras	Boy	Aras river

Ardalan	Boy	Name of a Kurdish vassal
Ariman	Girl	Wish
Ariya	Girl	Honorable; Noble
Ariyan	Boy	One who belongs to the noble people
Arjin	Girl	Fire of life
Arman	Boy	Desire; Hope; Warrior
Aro	Boy	Wet meadow
Ase	Girl	A variation of Asa; Doctor
Ashti	Girl	Peace
Asmin	Girl	Sky

Aso	Boy	Horizon
Asos	Boy	Name of a mountain in Kurdistan
Avdar	Boy	March
Avesta	Girl	Received knowledge
Awdil	Boy	A variant of Adil; Fair; Honest; To act justly
Awira	Girl	An interesting personality
Aylan	Unisex	Tree; Greenery
Azade	Girl	Free and independent
Azwer	Boy	Proud
Berivan	Girl	Kurdish term for milkmaid

Beza	Girl	Despise or neglect
Bihin	Girl	Better than others
Birwa	Girl	Kurdish word for belief
Cano	Boy	Life
Daryan	Boy	Prince or monarch
Delal	Girl	Sweetheart; Dear or beautiful
Dersima	Girl	A name from Kurdish city Dersim
Destan	Boy	Destiny; By the still waters
Diblin	Girl	The fragrance of soul
Dila	Girl	Right from the heart

Dilnaz	Girl	Kurdish variant of Delnaz; Beloved; Sweetheart
Dilva	Girl	From the heart
Diyako	Boy	Deioces
Dozan	Boy	Struggler or owner of a case
Ejder	Boy	Dragon; one with a serious and thoughtful nature
Elend	Boy	The first ray of the sun in the morning.
Elfesya	Girl	A girl as beautiful as a fairy or princess; Fairy or princess
Elind	Boy	Dawn
Erdelan	Boy	A royal family
Eylo	Boy	Eagle or brave

Ferhad	Boy	Helper or phraortes
Gizem	Girl	Mysterious
Glay	Girl	Rosemoon
Gorkem	Unisex	Magnificent
Gulistan	Girl	House of flowers
Hawre	Boy	Comrade
Hemin	Boy	Calm; Peaceful; Quite
Hestan	Boy	From Heston
Hozan	Boy	Poem
Irem	Girl	Gardens in heaven

Jiyan	Unisex	Life, soul, spirit
Jorin	Boy	High or precious
Kawa	Boy	A mythical figure in Kurdish mythology
Kejal	Girl	Gazelle
Keje	Girl	A girl of radiant beauty
Lawin	Boy	Young man
Lewend	Boy	A handsome boy
Lilan	Girl	Yodel
Liyan	Girl	Snowshoe
Mazar	Boy	Name of a Medes general

Medya	Girl	Land of Medes
Mizgin	Girl	Evangel; Good news
Naza	Girl	Beloved or sweetheart
Olan	Boy	Long-lasting; Not easily destroyed
Pelin	Girl	Little leaf
Peros	Boy	Enthusiasm
Perseng	Girl	Name of a star
Rebin	Boy	Path finder
Rekan	Boy	Runnel; Spring waterway
Renas	Boy	Mentor; Pioneer

Revin	Girl	Escape or flight
Rewan	Girl	Soul; Adult; Properly
Rezan	Girl	A clear and birght woman
Rivin	Boy	Flame
Roder	Boy	Sunrise
Rojan	Girl	Daily
Rojin	Girl	One who is like a sun, pretty
Rojyar	Boy	Where the sun rises
Rona	Girl	Joy is mine; Fame; Friend; Spear; Pike; White; Fair; Blessed; Holy; Fair Haired
Royar	Boy	Where the sun rises

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Kurdish dialects have been banned or repressed in several countries (3). Hence, preserving the rich cultural heritage of the land and language is even more critical now. A Kurdish baby name will make your little one stand out from the crowd. Some names have stood the test of time, even migrated to foreign lands and created a niche following. The Kurdish community is one of the oldest ethnic groups in the world. Hence, choosing a Kurdish name will preserve the culture and take its legacy forward.

Infographic: Creative Kurdish Baby Names With Meanings

The Kurdish region in Western Asia includes parts of Turkey, Syria, Armenia, Iraq, and Iran. With such a vast span, the Kurdish language inevitably has several dialects. If you are looking for unique Kurdish names for your little one, look at this infographic for popular names and their meanings. Choose your favorite name for your adorable child.

kurdish baby names with meanings (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some traditional naming conventions or customs for Kurdish babies?

Kurds have been observed to follow the Arabic naming conventions, including a personal name, a father’s name, and a grandfather’s name. However, in contrast to the Arabs, Kurds use their tribe name or regional origin as a surname. Some people also use their relative’s name as part of their middle name.

2. What are some unique Kurdish baby names that are not commonly heard in other cultures?

Specific Kurdish names like Nesrîn meaning ‘sweetbrier,’ Evîn meaning ‘love,’ Hozan meaning ‘intellect,’ and Aram meaning ‘calm’ are some names that are not too common in other cultures.

3. Do Kurdish baby names have any religious or spiritual significance?

Names like Ebdulla meaning ‘servant of Allah,’ Îbrahîm meaning ‘father of many,’ and Mihemed meaning ‘praised’ are religiously significant names. Fatma, meaning ‘to abstain,’ is the Kurdish variant of the name Fatimah, the daughter of the prophet Muhammad (4), whereas Mihemed is the Kurdish variant of the name Muhammad.

References

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Kurdish Language.
https://thekurdishproject.org/history-and-culture/kurdish-culture/kurdish-language/
Iraqi Culture: Naming.
https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/iraqi-culture/iraqi-culture-naming
Language Factsheet.
https://translatorswithoutborders.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Kurdish-Factsheet-English.pdf
Fatimah bint Muhammad
https://www.worldhistory.org/Fatimah_bint_Muhammad/

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