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

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

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
Nirvaan	Boy	The child who was born to this world joyfully.
Nizamuddin	Boy	One who looks after the religious arrangements
Nizamulmulk	Boy	The governor of a country
Noorulain	Boy	Concord of eyes or nimble of eyes.
Norul	Boy	The bright light of something
Nouman	Boy	Flower beds
Nouri	Boy	Bright nimble.
Noushzad	Boy	The child who was born to this world joyfully.
Orang	Boy	One who has wisdom, creative nature and clever
Painda	Boy	A wise and intelligent man.

Parvage	Boy	One who is born fortunate and always wins
Parvaiz	Boy	One who comes out victorious
Parveneh	Boy	The one who is like a butterfly
Parviz	Boy	Lucky; Fortunate; Victorious;
Payam	Boy	One who an interesting message
Pedram	Boy	One who is successful in life
Pejman	Boy	Desire; Wish; Broken-hearted; Sad; An Islamic surname; A variant of name Pezhman
Persian	Unisex	A master who is like the shining Sun
Peyman	Boy	One who has made a promise and an oath
Pirzada	Boy	He is son of a saint

Poria	Boy	A Persian mythical Warrior's name
Pouyan	Boy	To Search; Searcher; To Seek; Seeker; To Run; Runner
Pridon	Boy	Georgian form of Fereydoun, meaning third in Persian
Pridoni	Boy	格鲁吉亚在Persi Fereydoun这意味着第三an
Ramak	Boy	Delighting; Gratifying; Sporting; Happy; Joyous
Ramin	Boy	A Persian name and a variant of name Rameen which means Joyful or tamer
Rashan	Boy	One who has good sense of judgement; A variant of Rashn which is the name of the angel of justice in the Pahlavi language
Revaz	Boy	He who is wealthy and successful
Reza	Boy	Arabic word for 'consent, agreement'. One who is content; A variant is Rezah
Reziko	Boy	Diminutive of Revaz, meaning wealthy and successful

Ronaq	Boy	One who is luminous and fresh
Rostam	Boy	A hero fighter from a Persian legend
Rostom	Boy	Georgian form of Rostam It means strong, valiant and brave
Rustam	Boy	A tall and strong free man
Saadee	Boy	The lord or the master
Sabghta	Boy	Color given by Allah, true faith,
Saeed	Boy	Happy; Fortunate; Felicity; A variant spelling is Sayid
Safan	Boy	He who is brave, bold, and courageous,
Sahasan	Boy	One who is the finder of Sasani dynasty
Sajeel	Boy	Alluring and beautiful person

Samsher	Boy	One who is like a sword
Shad	Boy	Commanded by aku
Shadhan	Boy	A joyfull, happy person
Shah	Boy	A surname meaning King
Shaheen	Boy	One who is liek a royal falcon
Shaheryar	Boy	He is the king
Shahjahan	Boy	He is the King of the World
Shahkam	Boy	As the King wishes
Shahou	Boy	The best and most valuable pearl. A variant of Shahu.
Shahpur	Boy	Prince, son of a king.

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
Shahyar	Boy	A friend of the King
Shahzore	Boy	A powerful kingly person with great strenght
Shahzuina	Boy	A kingly one
Shamshad	Boy	A tree that looks like a pine

Shamsher	Boy	His choice of weapon is the Sword
Shamshera	Boy	One who choses the Sword
Shayan	Boy	A person who is worthy and deserves good things in life
Sher	Boy	Persian name meaning lion
Siavash	Boy	One who is a keeper of dark horses
Siavosh	Boy	A name of the character in Shahnameh
Simin	Boy	One who is made of silver
Siyamak	Boy	One who enjoys solitary
Siyavash	Boy	One who has many black stallions
Soheil	Boy	To be on the same level, to be even

Sohrab	Boy	One who is a hero, a living legend
Soroush	Boy	He who is a happy man
Syrus	Boy	Throne or 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	铁,strong as 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, meaning strong, brave and valiant
Tamerlan	Boy	A man of iron
Temuri	Boy	Georgian form of Timur, meaning iron
Tigran	Unisex	Shooting or fighting with arrows
Tirdad	Boy	Name of 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, or advisor

Warqah	Boy	Name of a dignitary in the Quran.
Wuhaib	Boy	A gift or present.
Yahya	Boy	The almighty is gracious
Yar	Boy	A companion or friend.
Zakariya	Boy	God has remembered
Zaryab	Boy	Rich, Wealthy; Liquid Gold; Colloidal Gold
Zerin	Boy	Golden
Zubeen	Boy	Something that touches the sky.
Zurab	Boy	Georgian form of Sohrab, meaning illustrious and shine or red water

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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.如何确保波斯小波y 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.