531 Persian Baby Boy Names With Meanings

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
Korosh		Boy	Korosh means Young
Kourosh		Boy	First King of Iran; The Sun; Historically translated into English and Latin as "Cyrus"
Kowsar		Unisex	Abundance or giver of plenty
Ksathra		Boy	Ruler
Kurus		Boy	Name of many Persian Kings and Rulers
Kushaada		Boy	Having a lot of capacity; Capacious
Kyani		Unisex	Strong and powerful
Ladarius		Boy	The upholder of God; One who protects
Laylee		Unisex	Joyful, playful, night
Leili		Unisex	Dark-haired beauty
Mage		Unisex	A practitioner of magic; Sorcerer; Wizard
Mah wash		Boy	A person with a face as pretty as the moon
Mahafuzur		Boy	The one whose heart and love belong to the sea
Maihtab		Boy	He whose face shines like a Moon
Maisil		Boy	One who is a born warrior; accepting being
Masih		Boy	A person that is blessed
Masuma		Unisex	Obedient and pious
Mayel		Unisex	A well-spoken person
Maziar		Boy	Exalted or Noble
Meghdad		Boy	The justice of the Heaven
Mehr		Unisex	Affection; Kindness
Mehrab		Unisex	Sacred, holy, sanctuary
Mehtaar		Boy	One who cleans
Mehtab		Unisex	The light of the moon
Melchor		Boy	God is king; King of light
Merak		Unisex	Loin; Flank
Mete		Boy	Boundary breaker, courageous, determined
Miana		Unisex	Gracious; Favorable
Mihan		Unisex	Homeland; Country
Mihran		Boy	A rain of kindness by Almighty
Mikaal		Unisex	Angel of guidance
Milad		Boy	The gift of the Sun; Birth; Birth date
Mirac		Boy	Ascension
Miran		Boy	Princely; World; Marvelous
Mirja		Boy	A highly ranked nobleman
Mirsab		Boy	A dear king or respected ruler
Mirza		Boy	A nobleman with a high rank; A respected person
Mobin		Unisex	Knowledgeable; Discerning; Intelligent
Mohammadreza		Boy	Excellent in drawing, highest quality of Art talented person
Mohsen		Boy	The person with black skin
Mokammel		Boy	A dear one who is pleasant and appealing
Momen		Unisex	Faithful, believer, trustworthy
Momina		Unisex	pious, believer, faithful
Moroccan		Unisex	One who belongs to the land of God
Morocco		Boy	A land that belongs to God; The name of an African country
Morteza		Boy	The one who is chosen among many
Muhammed		Boy	Praised; Praiseworthy; Commendable
Mukhtar		Boy	The chosen one
Mursalin		Boy	Messengers, or message-bearers
Murtaza		Boy	Desire, chosen one
Mylen		Unisex	Strong willed and determined
Naasah		Boy	The one who gives advice about difficulties
Naase		Boy	The one who is chromatically pure
Naasih		Boy	Expert in advising others
Nabibakhsh		Boy	Given by the prophet
Nabibukhsh		Boy	Portion of prophecy
Nabibux		Boy	Provided by the Prophet of Almighty
Nahro		Boy	River
Namdar		Boy	Famous person known to all
Naraiman		Boy	Faith; Brightness
Narbir		Boy	Harsh taste; Difficult to bear
Nareeman		Boy	Brightness of faith
Nariman		Boy	Brightness of faith
Narin		Boy	Gentle; Tender; Fresh
Nashad		Unisex	Unhappy person
Nashah		Unisex	Judge; Fair person
Nauman		Boy	Gifted, skilled, talented
Naushaad		Boy	The happiest person; Very cheerful
Niaz		Boy	Talents or skills or gifts from God
Nikan		Unisex	Good deed; Good act
Nirmaldharam		Boy	The bright light of something
Nirupa		Boy	Bright nimble
Nirvaan		Boy	Child who was joyfully born to this world
Nizamuddin		Boy	One who looks after the religious arrangements
Nizamulmulk		Boy	The governor of a country
Noorain		Boy	Light of the eyes
Noorulain		Boy	Concord of eyes; Nimble of eyes
Norul		Boy	The bright light of something
Noshin		Unisex	Elegant, auspicious, honorable
Nouman		Boy	Flower beds
Nouri		Boy	Bright nimble
Noushzad		Boy	The child who was born to this world joyfully
Novan		Unisex	New beginning
Omara		Unisex	Great communicator and leader
Orang		Boy	One who has wisdom, a creative nature and is clever
Painda		Boy	A wise and intelligent man
Pape		Unisex	Father
Paradise		Unisex	A place of extreme beauty, happiness, and peace
Pariza		Unisex	Princess or leader
Parizay		Unisex	Exotic, feminine, mysterious
Parvage		Boy	One who is born fortunate and always wins
Parvaiz		Boy	One who comes out victorious
Parveneh		Boy	One who is like a butterfly
Parviz		Boy	Lucky; Fortunate; Victorious
Pasley		Unisex	Pattern-like; Vibrant; Unique
Payam		Boy	One who has an interesting message
Pedram		Boy	One who is successful in life
Pejman		Boy	Desire; Wish; Broken-hearted; Sad; A variant of Pezhman
Persian		Unisex	A master who is like the shining Sun
Peyman		Boy	One who has made a promise and an oath

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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