487 Persian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

From Kyra to Tigran, these choices encompass the Persian language.

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Persian baby girl names have been slowly but surely making their presence known across the world. Even in the US, these names have been gaining popularity among millennial parents in recent years. Persia has had a glorious past and has been an example of the most developed culture in ancient times. It is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with an archeological site revealing the civilization in 7200 BC. The Elamites ruled in Persia in the 4th millennium BC. Since then, it has been under several rulers such as the Sumerians, Assyrians, Medes, Achaemenids, Alexander the Great, the Seleucid Empire, and several others until the Muslim rule in the seventh century AD (1). Such was the fame of Persia that it spanned from Egypt in the west to the Indus river in the east with Turkey forming its northern border. It was once the biggest empire in the world (2). Persia’s heritage and traditions are deep-rooted, but thanks to globalization, certain traditions in the region are changing. The changing trend is evident in how babies are given modern names that are inspired by other cultures and not strictly Persian. Many Persian baby names nowadays are unique and often inspired by Arabic and Catholic cultures. While their literary masterpiece Shahnameh is their source of most traditional Muslim names, the Persian Christian culture is the inspiration for the modern names. Rapid urbanization and exposure to Western culture through television and social media could also have played a part in popularizing Christian names in Iran. Moreover, there are deep influences of Zoroastrianism, one of the oldest and original religions of Persia (3). Hence, you will find names that praise the Lord, are connected to nature, or describe the gentle characteristics of a woman. If you’ve been considering giving your little girl a Persian name, this post is for you. Here, we list the most popular Persian baby girl names along with their meanings.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Daria	Girl	To possess
Darien	Girl	Royal gift
Esther	Girl	Star; Hidden
Jasmin	Girl	Jasmine flower
Jasmine	Girl	Jasmine flower
Jazmin	Girl	Fragrant jasmine flower
Jazmine	Unisex	Jasmine flower
Kyra	Girl	Throne; Sun
Margaret	Girl	Pearl
Yasmina	Girl	Jasmine flower

Yasmine	Girl	Jasmine flower
Aafreen	Girl	To praise; To give thanks; To congratulate; It is also an expression of praise and gratitude
Aaliyana	Girl	Noble; Gracious; Beautiful
Aazeen	Unisex	Beauty; Adornment
Abnus	Unisex	A dark colored wood that do not sink; Ebony
Abreshmina	Girl	A spotted gemstone; A gemstone that has spot
Abru	Girl	An honor or the dignity of a person
Adh	Unisex	One who is from or of someone or something
Adlina	Unisex	Noble and graceful
Adrin	Unisex	Noble; Strong; Leader

Afhak	Girl	Dew
Afri	Girl	Name of a character in Shahnameh, Siamak's daughter-in-law
Afsaneh	Girl	A story about fairies
Afsarara	Girl	A person who is serving a crown
Afshaneh	Girl	Sprinkling or scattering
Aghigh	Girl	Name of a stone; A stone that is precious, treasured, priceless, immeasurable, and rare
Ahoo	Girl	Deer; Gazelle
Ahou	Girl	Deer; Gazelle
Aidin	Unisex	Fire, warrior
Akeela	Unisex	Intelligent and wise

Alireza	Unisex	Excellent or noble
Allea	Unisex	Noble; Kind
Allysiah	Girl	Distinguished; Kind
Almira	Girl	Princess; Truthful
Amesha	Unisex	Divine, immortal, eternal
Anar	Unisex	Pomegranate; Radiant
Anosha	Unisex	Unique and sophisticated
Areya	Unisex	Lion of God
Ario	Unisex	Noble, warrior, strong
Armani	Girl	Warrior; Army man

Aroosh	Unisex	Blessed; Prosperous
Arsha	Unisex	Man; Prayer Ceremony; From the Rishis
Arsheen	Unisex	bright, radiant, or shining
Arsia	Girl	Throne; One who is worthy of a throne; A variant of the name Arshiya
Arveen	Unisex	Exalted; noble; radiant
Aryana	Girl	Most holy
Aryia	Unisex	Noble; Air
Arzaan	Unisex	Elegant; Wise; Blessed
Arzu	Girl	Desire; Wish
Astrella	Girl	A form of Esther; Star

Atoosa	Girl	Name of Kourosh's daughter
Atossa	Girl	Name of Kourosh's daughter
Avaleigh	Girl	A beautiful individual; Desired song
Avaley	Girl	One who is pretty as a bird with sound
Avalie	Girl	The one who has huge strength and desire
Avor	Unisex	Strong; Noble
Aytan	Girl	Moonlike; Beautiful; Brilliant; Serene
Azadeh	Girl	Dry earth; Detached; Free of material things; Noble
Azita	Girl	Noble; High-born; Humble; Free; Name of an Iranian Princess
Azizah	Girl	Dear; Beloved; Esteemed; Precious; Cherished

Azlee	Girl	Noble; Exalted
Bahar	Girl	Spring; Prime; Bloom; Beauty; Glory; Delight; Youth
Baigum	Girl	A title for high officials
Bakhita	Girl	The fortunate one
Bano	Girl	Girl; Lady; Princess; Bride
Berin	Girl	Blond and fair; Quick and active individual
Berina	Girl	Best; Highest
Bolour	Girl	A woman who is like a crystal
Camran	Unisex	Shining; Radiant
Caspara	Girl	A keeper of treasure

Cyra	Girl	Throne; Sun; Lord
Daana	Unisex	A knowledgeable person
Damsa	Girl	A silk of white color
Darejan	Girl	Unique
Darejani	Girl	Unique
Dariya	Girl	Sea; Ocean
Dariyan	Unisex	Gifted; Wealthy
Darsameen	Girl	Valuable, expensive, and costly
Darya	Girl	One who is good
Demiyah	Girl	Goddess like; Divine; Joyful

Destinee	Unisex	Fate or destiny
Diar	Girl	Radiant, intelligent, brave
Diba	Girl	A priceless brocade; smart
Dil Shad	Unisex	A worthy person whose heart is filled with happiness
Dilara	Girl	One who is an ornament of beauty
Dildar	Unisex	A charming and beloved person
Dilnaz	Girl	Kurdish variant of Delnaz; Beloved; Sweetheart
Dilruba	Girl	A beautiful and charming person
Dilshadkhatoon	Girl	One who lived between 730-750
Ehteram	Girl	Respect; Consideration; Admiration

Eivan	Unisex	Righteous; Fair
Elaheh	Girl	Goddess
Elahi	Unisex	Divine, godly, heavenly
Elmi	Unisex	Noble protector
Elnaz	Unisex	Precious; Beautiful
Emagine	Girl	Image of her mother; Innocent; Blameless
Erianne	Girl	Ireland
Esly	Unisex	Energetic; Creative; Determined
Estere	Girl	A form of Esther, meaning star
Ethereal	Unisex	divine, celestial, otherworldly

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Persian names have been around since ancient times, and they promise to stand the test of time. The above Persian girl names are specially curated and give you an array of choices. They are inspired by nature, religion, animals, and personality traits. If you are keen on choosing a Persian name for your little one, do make it a point to read more about Persian culture. You can even talk to Persian parents to get a feel of their values. Also, research thoroughly to avoid names that have negative or offensive connotations in other languages or cultures.

Infographic: Elegant Persian Girl Names For Your Little One

Persia has always portrayed the image of greatness and invincibility. It is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world, and the baby names of Iran now reflect the varied influences all the different cultures have brought to the country. If you are interested in Persian names, take a look at this infographic to see the most elegant Persian girl names for your baby.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Persian girl name means precious?

Negina is a Persian name meaning ‘precious’ or ‘a precious gemstone.’ Azizah is another name meaning ‘precious’ or ‘esteemed’ in Persian.

2. What is the Persian girl name meaning star?

Setareh or Setare is a girl’s name of Persian origin meaning a ‘star.’ The name also symbolizes fate, radiance, and celestial beauty.

3. What are Persian flower names for girls?

Persian culture is known for its rich poetic connections that beautifully describe nature and its beauty. For example, a few names associated with flowers in Persian are Yasmin (meaning jasmine flower), Soussan (meaning flower or lily of the valley), and Gulnaz (meaning cute or shining like a flower).

4. What is the Persian girl name for the moon?

Mah is a name of Persian origin that means ‘moon.’ It is typically used as a given name in Muslim families and symbolizes beauty and purity. Aytan (meaning moon-like) is another Persian girl name having similar connotations.

5. What are some modern Persian baby girl names that are gaining popularity?

Modern Persian girl names like Aryana, Cyra, Jasmin, Parisa, and Zara have recently gained popularity. These names embody the essence of modernity while retaining a strong connection to Persian heritage and culture.

6. What are some Persian baby girl names inspired by Persian mythology or history?

There are several Persian girl names linked with ancient historical roots and Persian mythology. Tahmineh is a name associated with the 10th-century Persian princess Tahmina. Another notable Persian girl name is Roxana, which is also the name of Alexander the Great's first wife. Anahita, the ancient Iranian goddess of fertility, healing, and wisdom, is another Persian name with a connection to Persian mythology.

References

MomJunction's articles are written after analyzing the research works of expert authors and institutions. Our references consist of resources established by authorities in their respective fields. You can learn more about the authenticity of the information we present in our editorial policy.

Ancient Persia.
https://www.worldhistory.org/Persia/
Persian Empire.
https://www.ushistory.org/civ/4e.asp
Religions of the World: Zoroastrianism.
https://www.qcc.cuny.edu/socialsciences/ppecorino/phil_of_religion_text/chapter_2_religions/Zoroastrianism.htm

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