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
Pirzada		Boy	He is son of a saint
Poria		Boy	A Persian mythical warrior
Pouyan		Boy	To Search; Searcher; To Seek; Seeker; To Run; Runner
Pridon		Boy	Georgian form of Fereydoun; Third
Pridoni		Boy	Georgian form of Fereydoun; Third
Radvin		Unisex	Joyful; Happy
Ramak		Boy	Delighting; Gratifying; Sporting; Happy; Joyous
Ramin		Boy	Variant of Rameen, which means joyful or tamer
Rashan		Boy	One who has a good sense of judgement; A variant of Rashn, the angel of justice in Pahlavi
Revaz		Boy	He who is wealthy and successful
Reza		Boy	Consent; Agreement; One who is content
Reziko		Boy	Wealthy and successful; Diminutive of Revaz
Rias		Unisex	Queenly or noble
Roham		Unisex	Striving warrior
Ronaq		Boy	One who is luminous and fresh
Rostam		Boy	A hero fighter from a Persian legend
Rostom		Boy	Strong; Valiant and brave; Georgian form of Rostam
Rubby		Unisex	Vibrant and precious
Rumaan		Unisex	Romantic; Hopeful
Rustam		Boy	A tall and strong free man
Saadee		Boy	The lord; The master
Sabghta		Boy	Color given by Allah; True faith
Saeed		Boy	Happy; Fortunate; Felicity
Safan		Boy	He who is brave, bold, and courageous
Sahasan		Boy	One who is the finder of the Sasani dynasty
Sajeel		Boy	An alluring and beautiful person
Salaar		Boy	Leader, Strong, Commanding
Samsher		Boy	One who is like a sword
Samyar		Unisex	Strong; Noble; Destined for greatness
Sarem		Unisex	Captivating or charming one
Sayeh		Unisex	Shadow or shade
Sayyora		Unisex	Blessed, noble, and honorable
Shad		Boy	Commanded by Aku
Shadhan		Boy	A joyful and happy person
Shah		Boy	A surname; King
Shaheen		Boy	One who is like a royal falcon
Shaheryar		Boy	He is the king
Shahjahan		Boy	One who is the king of the world
Shahkam		Boy	As the King wishes
Shahou		Boy	Variant of Shahu; The best and most valuable pearl
Shahpur		Boy	Prince; Son of the king
Shahraan		Boy	Kingly; Royal
Shahram		Boy	Royal message
Shahrdad		Boy	He is the town's gift
Shahrokh		Boy	One who has a royal face
Shahrooz		Boy	One who is like a great river
Shahruz		Boy	One who is like a great river
Shahryar		Boy	A Kingly person
Shahu		Boy	The best and most valuable pearl
Shahveer		Boy	Brave king
Shahyar		Boy	A friend of the King
Shahzain		Unisex	Brave ruler; King of bravery
Shahzore		Boy	A powerful kingly person with great strength
Shahzuina		Boy	A kingly one
Shamshad		Boy	A tree that looks like a pine
Shamsher		Boy	One whose choice of weapon is the sword
Shamshera		Boy	One who choses the Sword
Shanze		Unisex	Princess; Beauty
Shayan		Boy	Worthy; Suitable; Deserving
Shehroz		Boy	Bright face
Sher		Boy	Persian name; Lion
Shiraz		Unisex	Persian wine; city in Iran
Siah		Unisex	The Lord is my helper
Siavash		Boy	One who is a keeper of dark horses
Siavosh		Boy	A character in Shahnameh
Sihana		Unisex	Radiant or shining light
Simin		Boy	One who is made of silver
Sirus		Boy	Shining, radiant, celestial
Sitora		Unisex	Princess or ruler
Siyamak		Boy	One who enjoys solitude
Siyavash		Boy	One who has many black stallions
Sobhan		Boy	Prosperity, happiness, charm
Soheil		Boy	Level; Even; Star
Sohrab		Boy	One who is a hero; A living legend
Soroush		Boy	He who is a happy man
Surai		Unisex	Wakefulness; Extremely beautiful
Syrus		Boy	Throne; Lord
Tabnak		Boy	Hot too much appealing
Tahib		Boy	Observing someone or something closely
Tahmaseb		Boy	Name of character in Shahnameh
Tahmores		Boy	Resembling a strong wild dog
Taimur		Boy	Iron; As strong as an iron
Tajbakhsh		Boy	Protector of the king
Tajwar		Boy	King who is crowned; Who has the power; The ruler
Tamaz		Boy	Georgian form of Tahmasp; Strong; Brave and valiant
Tamerlan		Boy	A man of iron
Tehran		Unisex	Capital city of Iran
Temuri		Boy	Iron
Tiam		Unisex	Goddess of the primordial ocean
Tigran		Unisex	Shooting or fighting with arrows
Tirdad		Boy	A character in Shahnameh
Tooraj		Boy	A brave man; Founder of Turan, Central Asia from Persian mythology Shahnameh
Touran		Boy	The land or Tur; An ancient Persian kingdom
Vakhtang		Boy	Wolf-bodied
Varten		Boy	Rose giver
Waaiz		Boy	Preacher; Advisor
Warqah		Boy	A dignitary in the Quran
Wuhaib		Boy	A gift; Present
Xerxes		Boy	Powerful ruler
Yahya		Boy	The almighty is gracious

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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