399 Persian Baby Boy Names With Meanings

A collection of the ethereal names from the Farsi land of divinity.

By shikha thakur,MBA•Jun 8, 2023

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Persian literature is one of the most unique and a source of beautiful names for boys and girls. A masterpiece of Persian literature, the Shahnameh or “Epic of Kings” alone is the origin for about 15% of the names. Some names, though derived from the Arabic language, have Persian origin.The Persian culture, which includes specific naming traditions, has changed with globalization. While some parents pick traditional names from books like Shahnameh, others prefer modern names inspired by Arabic Christians. The extensive list in this MomJunction post will help you decide the best name for your baby boy.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Casper	Boy	One who is a treasurer
Cyrus	Boy	Far seeing young individual
Darian	Boy	从人间天堂的礼物
Darius	Boy	Rich and Kind
Jasper	Boy	One who brings treasure
Javion	Boy	One who is made out of clay
Javon	Boy	A name fro Greece
Jazmine	Unisex	Jasmine
Kasper	Boy	Kaser means A treasured secret
Abdalbari	Boy	true follower of Allah
Abdalfattah	Boy	the Servant of the One who Gives Nourishment
Abdalhadi	Boy	the Servant of the Leader
Abdalhakim	Boy	the Servant of the Wise One
Abdalhalim	Boy	the Servant of the Patient One
Abdalhamid	Boy	the one who is Servant of the Praiseworthy One
Abdaljabbar	Boy	the Servant of the Comforter
Abdaljabir	Boy	the servant of the one who helps others
Abdaljawwad	Boy	the Servant of the Noble One
Abdalkadir	Boy	the Servant of the Capable
Abdalkarim	Boy	the Servant of the Generous One
Abdallafif	Boy	the one who is a Servant of the Kind One
Abdallah	Boy	the Servant of Allah
Abdalmajid	Boy	the Servant of the Glorious One
Abdalmalik	Boy	the one who is Servant of the King
Abdalmatin	Boy	the Servant of the Strong
Abdalmufi	Boy	the Servant of the Donor
Abdalmuhsin	Boy	the Servant of the Charitable One
Abdalqadir	Boy	the one being Servant of the Capable
Abdalrahim	Boy	the Servant of the Compassionate
Abdalrahman	Boy	being Servant of the Merciful
Abdalrashid	Boy	the Servant of the well Guided
Abdalrauf	Boy	the servant of sympathetic
Abdalraziq	Boy	being Servant of the Provider
Abdalrazzaq	Boy	the Servant of the helper
Abdalsalam	Boy	the Servant of Peace
Abdalsami	Boy	the one who is Servant of the All-hearing
Abdalwahab	Boy	the Servant of the Giving
Abdelati	Boy	the one being Servant of Allah
Abdelfattah	Boy	the one being Servant of the One who treat others with tenderness
Abdelgawwad	Boy	the Servant of the Noble One
Abdelhadi	Boy	the Servant of the supreme Leader
Abdelhakim	Boy	the kind Servant of the Wise One
Abdelhalim	Boy	the Servant of the Patient One
Abdieso	Boy	Derived from name Abdiel that means my servant
Abnus	Unisex	A dark colored wood that do not sink, ebony
Abtin	Boy	One who is of good deeds or with good thoughts
Abufiruz	Boy	The father of a triumphant person
Abzari	Boy	One who sows, seeds or spices
Adh	Unisex	One who is from or of someone or something
Afrin	Boy	The one who is worthy to be praised and blessed.
Afsar	Boy	A man in charge of an armed group.
Aftaab	Boy	Aftaab means "the sun". A masculine name who is positive, happy go lucky, prosperous and energetic
Aftab	Boy	Aftab means "the sun". A masculine name who is positive, happy go lucky, prosperous and energetic
Aistan	Boy	Tiger
Ajmal	Boy	The total, More beautiful,
Albazi	Boy	Falcon
Amooz	Boy	Teacher, or instructor.
Anaar	Boy	Arabic - Light and Radiance; Glow; Bright; A variant of this name is Anar; Persian - Pomegranate
Andya	Boy	Persian - Little Angel, Pure Girl; A variant name of Andia
Anjuman	Boy	Place of Gathering; Commitee; Council;
Anosh	Boy	Eternal; Everlasting; Immortal; Elixir
Anoush	Boy	Eternal; Everlasting; Immortal; Never Ending
Anousha	Boy	Sweet, Joy, Fortunate; It is a Variant of name Anoush
Anzor	Boy	Noble
Aref	Boy	Knowing; Knowledgeable; Wise; Intelligent; Sage;
Arif	Boy	Knowing; Knowledgeable; Wise; Intelligent; Sage;
Arsha	Unisex	Persian - Man; Hindi - Prayer Ceremony; Also means from the Rishis
Arsham	Boy	Persian - Very Powerful, Very Strong; Name of Dariush's Grandfather
Artin	Boy	Righteous, Pure or Holy (also a name of a Median king)
Aryasb	Boy	One who possesses Aryan horse named Kourosh
Aryo	Boy	Name of the Iranian hero who fought against Alexander the Great.
Arzhang	Boy	Name of a character in Shahnameh.
Ashkan	Boy	Name of a Persian dynasty
Asman	Boy	The Sky; Highest Heaven nearer to earth
Ata	Boy	Arabic - Gift; Fante - One of Twins; Turkish - Ancestor, Predecessor
Ataa	Boy	Arabic - Gift; Fante - One of Twins; Turkish - Ancestor, Predecessor
Atal	Boy	Hero; Leader; Guide
Aurang	Boy	They are full of wisdom, understanding and a watercolor
Ayas	Boy	To cause good to somebody; Persian - Morning Breeze
Azar	Boy	Persian - Scarlet, Fire; Nineth month in Iranian Calendar; Hebrew - Help
Baaz	Boy	Falcon
Baddar	Boy	One who's always on time. A punctual man.
Badinjan	Boy	茄子
Baghish	Boy	Light rain that affects just a small area.
Baha al Din	Boy	Beauty of faith or a helper or supporter.
Bahauallah	Boy	One who is Quiet,systematic and inventive mind
Bahiri	Boy	Variant of Bahirun, meaning a brilliant, lucid, and renowned person.
Bahirun	Boy	A brilliant, lucid, and renowned person.
Bahman	Boy	A person who has a content heart and good spirit
Bahnam	Boy	A reputable and honorable person.
Bahram	Boy	Name of a Persian King; A Character in Shahnameh;
Bakeet	Boy	One who uplifts the mankind
Bakhit	Boy	A fortunate and lucky man
Bakhshish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Bakhtawar	Boy	One who Brings Good Luck; Fortunate; Lucky;
Bakhtawer	Boy	One who Brings Good Luck; Fortunate; Lucky;
Baksheesh	Boy	A divine blessing
Bakshish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Baksis	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Baksish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some traditional Persian names for boys?

There is a wide range of traditional Persian names with beautiful meanings. Arash, meaning ‘hero’ or ‘brave,’ Dariush, meaning ‘king;’ and Farhad, meaning ‘happy’ are some examples. Traditional Persian names for boys are often chosen to honor family members. These names are selected to pay homage to accomplished family members or embody important principles followed by the family.

2. Can I choose a Persian name for my baby boy if I'm not Persian?

You can choose a Persian name for your baby boy, even if your lineage is not Persian. Names can go beyond cultural boundaries, and parents have the freedom to pick names that they like. However, make sure to understand the cultural significance and correct pronunciations before finalizing one.

3. What are some Persian baby boy names that are easy to spell and pronounce?

Some Persian baby boy names that are relatively easy to spell and pronounce include Arif, meaning ‘Wise,’ Aftab, meaning ‘Sun,’ Jihan, meaning ‘The World,’ Kiyan meaning ‘Royal one,’ and Ramin, meaning ‘Joyful.’

4.如何确保波斯baby boy name I choose has a positive meaning and connotation?

You can consult Persian name dictionaries and online resources or seek guidance from individuals familiar with Persian names to ensure the chosen name carries a positive meaning.

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.