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
Shahrbano	Girl	She is the king's wife
Shahrbanou	Girl	She is the lady of the town
Shahreen	Girl	Princess or queen-like
Shahrnaz	Girl	The town's most loved one
Shahrzadi	Girl	She was born from the city
Shahwar	Girl	A woman worthy of Kings
Shahzain	Unisex	Brave ruler; King of bravery
Shakufa	Girl	The opening bud
Shamsa	Girl	The Sun
Shanira	Girl	Unique; Strong; Compassionate

Shanze	Unisex	Princess; Beauty
Shawdi	Girl	One who feels deep joy
Shayana	Girl	She deserves nice things in life
Sheeva	Girl	A charming woman
Shehzadi	Girl	Princess
Sherene	Girl	Woman who is pleasant to be around
Sherin	Girl	A charming woman
Sheyda	Girl	A lovesick woman
Shideh	Girl	The bright one
Shiraz	Unisex	Persian wine; city in Iran

Shirin	Girl	A sweet girl
Shirin banoo	Girl	A very sweet young girl
Shiva	Girl	Benign; Auspicious; Charming; Eloquent
Shohrah	Girl	A famous woman; One who is well-known
Shohreh	Girl	A very famous girl
Shouka	Girl	A kind of a deer
Shydi	Girl	One who brings happiness
Siah	Unisex	The Lord is my helper
Sihana	Unisex	Radiant or shining light
Sitora	Unisex	Princess or ruler

Somaieh	Girl	One who is high above others
Sooria	Girl	To be like a red rose
Soraya	Girl	Rich; Princess
Soulmaz a persian	Girl	A woman who never wilts
Souri	Girl	A girl who is like a red rose
Soussan	Girl	She is as beautiful as the lily flower
Suraa	Girl	A woman of great power and strength
Surai	Unisex	Wakefulness; Extremely beautiful
Suraya	Girl	A woman precious as a jewel
Suri	Girl	Princess; Red rose; Noblewoman; Sage; Sun

Suria	Girl	To be like a red rose
Sury	Girl	She is like the Red Rose
Tabinda	Girl	Bright and shining
Tahirih	Girl	Morally good or excellent
Talina	Girl	Delicate; Graceful; Unique
Taraneh	Girl	A song
Tarja	Girl	Upholder of good
Tawana	Girl	A capable woman
Tayyebeh	Girl	A good deed
Tehran	Unisex	Capital city of Iran

Tiam	Unisex	Goddess of the primordial ocean
Tigran	Unisex	Shooting or fighting with arrows
Touca	Girl	Out of a birds name Toucan
Turan	Girl	The land or place of Tur
Turandot	Girl	Name of the beautiful daughter of Turan
Turkessa	Girl	The one who comes from Turkey
Veeda	Girl	Found; Evident
Wasifah	Girl	One who describes
Wejah	Girl	She who practices purdah
Yalda	Unisex	longest night

Yashar	Girl	Upright; Just
Yaslin	Unisex	Honest; Beautiful
Yasna	Unisex	Pure; Clear; Noble
Yegane	Girl	A woman of incomparable beauty
Zadan	Unisex	Prosperous; Successful
Zade	Unisex	Growth; Increase
Zaheed	Unisex	Unique, impactful, leader
Zakani	Unisex	Intelligent; Wise
Zamani	Unisex	Time; Eternity
Zan	Unisex	Woman; Lady; Mountain

Zarafshan	Girl	Spreader of gold; One who spreads happiness
Zaran	Unisex	Golden or shining
Zari	Unisex	Golden, shining, beautiful
Zarina	Unisex	Golden, princess-like, radiant
Zarine	Girl	Golden; Made of gold
Zarish	Unisex	Shining, radiant, princess-like
Zaroon	Unisex	Bright and shining; Full of light
Zaul	Unisex	One who stops, prevents
Zaylin	Unisex	Creative; Intuitive; Imaginative
Zeba	Girl	Beauty, elegance, splendor

Zeshan	Unisex	Gift from God
Zhavia	Girl	Perspective
Zircon	Unisex	A type of mineral stone used as a gem
Zoro	Unisex	Warrior, brave, skilled
Zuhal	Unisex	Saturn
Zurie	Unisex	God's rock
Zylia	Unisex	Creative; Ambitious; Independent

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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.

beautiful persian girl names for your bundle of joy(infographic)

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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