126 Delightful Kurdish Baby Names With Meanings

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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.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Rona	Girl	Joy is mine; Fame; Friend; Spear; Pike; White; Fair; Blessed; Holy; Fair Haired
Royar	Boy	Where the sun rises
Rozerin	Girl	Where the sun rises
Rozhin	Girl	The beginning of the day
Rusen	Girl	One who is jovial and cheerful
Sarya	Girl	A pious woman
Sazan	Girl	Carp; Roach
Sercan	Girl	Servant; Slave
Seyda	Girl	A woman who is crazy in love
Shanar	Girl	Pomegranate flower

Sidar	Girl	Shade; Canopy
Simco	Boy	One who harkens
Sirvan	Boy	A river in Kurdistan
Solin	Girl	A beautiful flower garden or parterre
Soran	Boy	Kurdish princedom
Sozan	Girl	Glowing or burning
Tela	Girl	Short form of Ottelia
Tujela	Girl	Name of a plateau
Viyan	Girl	Intention; Wish
Yado	Boy	A Kurdish leader

Yaran	Boy	A close friend
Yelda	Girl	Winter solstice
Yezda	Girl	A divine creature
Yezdanser	Boy	The lion of God
Zaza	Boy	Movement
Zerya	Girl	Sea
Ziryan	Boy	Storm
Zoran	Boy	Sultan; King

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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)

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.

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