What origin is the name Shahriar?

Shahriar comes from Persian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Shahriar?

Names from the same persian tradition pair naturally with Shahriar — for example Jasmine, Jasmin, Leyla. You can browse more on our persian names page.

Shahriar

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shahriar

Shahriar

Boy

Persian

2 syllables

Shahriar is a Persian boy's name meaning "Means "king of cities"; a Persian name of royal and historic significance.".

Shahriar is a boy name of Persian origin meaning "Means "king of cities"; a Persian name of royal and historic significance.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Persian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Means "king of cities"; a Persian name of royal and historic significance.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Shahriar

What does Shahriar mean?

Shahriar is a boy name of Persian origin meaning "Means "king of cities"; a Persian name of royal and historic significance.".

How popular is Shahriar?

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Sister names that go with Shahriar

Jasmine Jasmin Leyla Soraya Roxana Roya

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Shahriar.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Abigail — "Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigayil, meaning 'my father's joy'. She is a wife of King David in the Bible." (Hebrew)
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