Parsi Baby Names With Meanings
51 names with meanings and origins.
Parsi names come from the Zoroastrian community of India, whose ancestors arrived from Persia over a thousand years ago. Many come from the Avestan scriptures, Persian kings and the heroes of the Shahnameh.
Top picks
- Darius — “He who holds firm the good”
- Cyrus — “Sun”
- Roxana — “Little star”
- Shirin — “A lovely name of Persian origin meaning sweet and pleasant, often associated with beauty and charm.”
- Anahita — “Goddess of water”
- Farhad — “A Persian name meaning elation or happiness, famously associated with the legendary hero in Persian literature.”
- Xerxes — “King, ruler.”
- Firoz — “A variant of Piroz meaning successful or turquoise, often denoting prosperity and luck.”
- Roshan — “Illumination; bright; bright, shining; splendid one who emanates light”
- Aban — “Water or the eighth month of the Zoroastrian calendar. It represents the divinity presiding over the element of water.”
Unisex · Parsi · “Water or the eighth month of the Zoroastrian calendar. It represents the divinity presiding over the element of water.”
Girl · Persian · “Goddess of water”
- Ardeshirاردشیر
Boy · International · “A regal Parsi name meaning righteous king or one whose kingdom is founded on truth.”
Girl · Parsi · “Holy devotion, patience, and Earth. This Avestan name belongs to one of the Amesha Spentas, the archangels of Zarathustra.”
Girl · Parsi · “One who speaks kindly or soothing voice. She is a compassionate queen and noble figure in the epic Shahnameh.”
Boy · Parsi · “Follower of the true faith or righteous law. This modern Parsi name has roots in Avestan spiritual concepts.”
Boy · Parsi · “Given by the holy creation or sacred gift. It is an ancient Iranian name belonging to a legendary prince and hero in the Shahnameh.”
Girl · Parsi · “Lady, princess, or noble woman. This classic Persian title is widely used both as a given name and a term of respect.”
Boy · Persian · “Sun”
- Darabદારાબ
Boy · Gujarati · “A noble Persian name referring to a great king or possessor of wealth, often found in Parsi communities.”
Boy · Persian · “He who holds firm the good”
Girl · Parsi · “Beloved of the heart or sweetheart. This charming Persian name combines the words for heart and tenderness.”
- Farhadફરહાદ
Boy · Persian · “A Persian name meaning elation or happiness, famously associated with the legendary hero in Persian literature.”
- Farokhફરોખ
Boy · Persian · “A name meaning fortunate, happy, or blessed, commonly used within the Parsi community.”
- Firozફીરોઝ
Boy · Indian · “A variant of Piroz meaning successful or turquoise, often denoting prosperity and luck.”
Girl · Parsi · “Loving, beloved, or full of love. This Avestan-derived name is extremely popular and unique to the Parsi community.”
Girl · Parsi · “Of good family lineage and spouse of Zarathustra. This revered Avestan name carries significant historical importance.”
Girl · Parsi · “Phoenix-like bird of good omen. This Shahnameh name refers to a mythical bird whose shadow brings good fortune and royalty.”
Boy · Parsi · “Friend of the sacred Haoma plant. This traditional Zoroastrian name signifies devotion to spiritual purity and ancient rituals.”
Boy · Parsi · “The wise lord or supreme deity. This name is a Middle Persian form of Ahura Mazda, the ultimate creator in Zoroastrianism.”
Boy · Arabic · “King of the shining sun”
Boy · Parsi · “Famous and noble king. It is a highly respected Shahnameh name belonging to a legendary, virtuous monarch of ancient Iran.”
Boy · Parsi · “Royal, noble, or a wise leader. This classic Parsi name has deep roots in Persian epic lore and historical kingly dynasties.”
Girl · Parsi · “Queen of the universe or noble lady. In the epic Shahnameh, she is a wise queen and the mother of the hero Isfandiyar.”
Girl · Arabic · “Face like a moon pleasant”
Unisex · Parsi · “Friendship, love, sun, or kindness. Derived from the Avestan deity Mithra, it is a very common and beloved Parsi name.”
Girl · Parsi · “Pearl. This beautiful Persian name represents purity, preciousness, and natural elegance.”
Girl · Indian · “From the heavens.”
Boy · Parsi · “One who has paid his debt or pure soul. In Zoroastrian scripture, he is a legendary immortal guardian of the faith.”
Girl · Parsi · “Full of wisdom or highly enlightened. She was the youngest daughter of the prophet Zarathustra, mentioned in the Gathas.”
Boy · Parsi · “Radiant, glorious, and full of light. This Avestan name refers to the divine light and glory of the spiritual world.”
Girl · Parsi · “River water or bright child. In the Shahnameh, she is the princess of Kabul and the legendary mother of the hero Rustam.”
Boy · Parsi · “Brazen-bodied or strong as iron. This powerful Shahnameh name refers to a warrior of immense physical strength and resilience.”
- Roshanरोशन
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Illumination; bright; bright, shining; splendid one who emanates light”
Girl · Persian · “Little star”
- Rustamருஸ்தம்
Boy · Tamil · “A name of Persian origin popular in India, meaning large or brave; famously the name of a legendary hero known for his immense strength.”
Boy · Middle Persian · “Prince or son of a king”
Girl · Parsi · “Pride of the king or elegant. This beautiful Persian name represents grace, distinction, and royalty.”
Boy · Parsi · “The companion of the king or ruler. This classic Persian name is highly favored by traditional Zoroastrian families.”
- Shirinશીરીન
Girl · Persian · “A lovely name of Persian origin meaning sweet and pleasant, often associated with beauty and charm.”
Unisex · Parsi · “Holy, sacred, or bountiful. This Avestan name is deeply rooted in Zoroastrian theology, representing divine energy.”
Girl · Parsi · “Strong, brave, and powerful woman. In the Shahnameh, she is the daughter of the king of Samangan and the mother of Sohrab.”
Boy · Parsi · “Worthy of worship or divine angel. This Avestan name refers to the benevolent spiritual beings created by Ahura Mazda.”
Girl · Parsi · “Golden or made of gold. This elegant and timeless Persian name symbolizes preciousness, warmth, and brilliance.”
Boy · Parsi · “Golden-armored or yellow. It is an ancient Iranian name belonging to a brave prince and hero of the early Zoroastrian wars.”
Boy · African · “Mars planet.”
Boy · Indian · “Akbar's son”
Boy · Unknown origin · “Name of a hero.”
Boy · African · “King, ruler.”
Boy · Avestan · “Golden star”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “To honor.”
Parsi naming traditions
Parsi families traditionally name a baby after consulting the Zoroastrian calendar or a priest, and many names honour yazatas (divine beings) such as Meher and Behram, or Shahnameh heroes such as Rustom and Sohrab. The father's name is often used as the middle name, and a child is initiated into the faith at the navjote ceremony, usually between ages seven and eleven.
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