402 Persian Boy Names From Iran

Persian baby boy names are unique and melodious as they draw inspiration from Persian literature, which is rich and a source of beautiful names for boys and girls. Some names, though derived from the Arabic language, have Persian origin. This is due to the Muslim Arab conquest of Iran, which can be traced back all the way to the seventh century. The Muslim Arab conquest had a permanent impact where thousands of Arabic words have entered the Persian language, including the Arabic alphabet.

Over the years, the influence of the Arabic-Islamic culture grew and it could be apparent in the usage of names. There is an increased use of Arabic names, specifically those related to Arabic heroes, among the Persian community and it continues to this day (1). According to Iranian naming customs, it is uncommon for them to have middle names. Instead, they prefer using two first names, such as a first name followed by an optional first name and a surname (2).

Persian culture, which includes specific naming traditions, has changed with globalization. Persian names are distinctive because they can reflect the family’s background and distinguish between conservative and progressive households. Conservative families may opt for names that have strong religious connotations, while progressive families may choose classic Persian names  (2). Some parents pick traditional names from books like Shahnameh; others prefer modern names inspired by Arabic Christians.

Persian baby boy names can be based on different characters from old Persian literary texts or may be chosen because the child is thought to carry the reputation of a prominent individual. Some common male Persian names include Koorush, Arash, Kamran, Abtin, and Dariush (2). The extensive list of Persian baby boy names in this post will help you decide the best name for your little prince.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Jasper		Boy	One who brings treasure
Finn		Boy	Fair; Person from Finland
Cyrus		Boy	Sun; Lord
Yahya		Boy	The almighty is gracious
Casper		Boy	One who is a treasurer
Javon		Boy	A name for Greece
Javion		Boy	One who is made out of clay
Zakariya		Boy	God has remembered
Finneas		Boy	The Oracle; Biblically, the son of Eli; Dark-skinned
Kiyan		Boy	Royal one
Syrus		Boy	Throne; Lord
Kasper		Boy	A treasured secret
Shayan		Boy	Worthy; Suitable; Deserving
Nirvaan		Boy	Child who was joyfully born to this world
Kamran		Boy	Fortunate and successful
Muhammed		Boy	Praised; Praiseworthy; Commendable
Judge		Boy	The one with a passionate soul and reserved nature, will keep calm, strict and ambitious throughout the life
Darrius		Boy	A rich, kind, and daring individual
Saeed		Boy	Happy; Fortunate; Felicity
Ladarius		Boy	The upholder of God; One who protects
Reza		Boy	Consent; Agreement; One who is content
Abdallah		Boy	the Servant of Allah
Dara		Boy	Wealthy; Possessor of good; Oak; Wise
Kayan		Boy	Important person
Salaar		Boy	Leader, Strong, Commanding
Artin		Boy	Righteous; Pure or Holy; Name of a Median king
Narin		Boy	Gentle; Tender; Fresh
Azar		Boy	Scarlet; Fire; Nineth month in Iranian calendar; Help
Xerxes		Boy	Powerful ruler
Shaheen		Boy	One who is like a royal falcon
Caspar		Boy	A man who guards the treasure
Emad		Boy	Support; Pillar; Confidence
Morocco		Boy	A land that belongs to God; The name of an African country
Shah		Boy	A surname; King
Dastan		Boy	Form of oral history; Art of storytelling
Elham		Boy	A beautiful inspiration
Sirus		Boy	Shining, radiant, celestial
Kaylum		Boy	Warrior; Strong
Mirza		Boy	A nobleman with a high rank; A respected person
Mohsen		Boy	The person with black skin
Taimur		Boy	Iron; As strong as an iron
Ata		Boy	Gift; One of the twins; Ancestor; Predecessor
Cye		Boy	Sun; Majestic; Charming
Daris		Boy	Very important person
Kacper		Boy	Treasurer
Milad		Boy	The gift of the Sun; Birth; Birth date
Ramin		Boy	Variant of Rameen, which means joyful or tamer
Farbod		Boy	One who protects the glory
Aryo		Boy	Name of the Iranian hero who fought against Alexander the Great
Kamyar		Boy	Successful
Kaspar		Boy	Treasuer
Kaveh		Boy	Royal; Ancient hero; A character in Shahnameh
Abdalrahman		Boy	Being a servant of the merciful
Arif		Boy	Knowing; Knowledgeable; Wise; Intelligent; Sage
Behruz		Boy	Lucky; Prosperous; Success; Good; A variant name of Behrouz
Javed		Boy	One who is alive
Mukhtar		Boy	The chosen one
Ashkan		Boy	A Persian dynasty
Zafar		Boy	Victorious or triumphant
Aftab		Boy	The sun
Farzan		Boy	A man with great experience and intelligence
Bijon		Boy	Ancient hero in the Persian language; A vairant of name Bijan
Shad		Boy	Commanded by Aku
Rustam		Boy	A tall and strong free man
Baaz		Boy	Falcon
Borna		Boy	He who is a youthful man
Cas		Boy	Treasure bearer; Imperial; Shield of God; Hollow
Farzad		Boy	One of splendid birth
Kayvan		Boy	The universe
Masih		Boy	A person that is blessed
Nouman		Boy	Flower beds
Mete		Boy	Boundary breaker, courageous, determined
Murtaza		Boy	Desire, chosen one
Bijan		Boy	lonely place
Zethan		Boy	Unique; Strong; Mysterious
Alisher		Boy	Noble and honorable
Bardia		Boy	The Prince
Behzad		Boy	Noble; High Born; Honorable
Chadi		Boy	One filled with joy and happiness; a Capricon
Nauman		Boy	Gifted, skilled, talented
Erfan		Boy	Wisdom and knowledge
Judea		Boy	They are very kind to others, believes in charity, noble, blessed and honored by others
Jihan		Boy	The World; Universe; Land; Name of a river in Iran
Nouri		Boy	Bright nimble
Melchor		Boy	God is king; King of light
Javad		Boy	A libera
Mirac		Boy	Ascension
Payam		Boy	One who has an interesting message
Shahveer		Boy	Brave king
Pedram		Boy	One who is successful in life
Sobhan		Boy	Prosperity, happiness, charm
Arsam		Boy	Warrior, courageous, strong
Zaraan		Boy	Strength; Protector; Courageous
Atal		Boy	Hero; Leader; Guide
Ajmal		Boy	Total; More beautiful
Bahram		Boy	Name of a Persian king; A character in Shahnameh
Dariush		Boy	Wise King
Cem		Boy	A born leader and a ruler
Farhad		Boy	A feeling of great happiness
Fariz		Boy	A leader, one who is brave and courageous

Persian literature is a treasure trove for beautiful, distinctive names, and these Persian boy names are proof of it. They exhibit the result of a wondrous amalgamation of two cultures that have stood the test of time. Whether they are based on classic literary characters or religious concepts, they reflect the family’s background. No matter what you are looking for in a name, these traditional choices to contemporary inspirations are bound to dazzle you.

Infographic: Charming Persian Names For Your Little Prince

Persian boy names depict the country's rich cultural past. The names hark back to influential warriors and past legends. Naturally, exploring them is quite an exciting process. Having said that, this culture has many names to choose from. This infographic will make your selection process quick.

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