Updated October 2026
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Persian
"kind, lovable, sunny"
English speakers might want to pronounce this lovely name like the familiar Mary or Merry, but the correct Persian pronunciation includes the h -- meh-ree.
"sacred"
Anyone who remembers the classic novel or film "The Prisoner of Zenda" would find this an odd choice.
"azure blue stone"
Out-of-the-ordinary gemstone name derived from lapis lazuli, which is said to enhance awareness and intellect, impart ancient wisdom and cure many ailments, making it an interesting possibility for a…
"flower"
This name was given a lithe and graceful image by ballerina Gelsey Kirkland, but was later far surpassed by Kelsey and Chelsea.
Fatemeh is a feminine name of Arabic and Persian origin, representing the most common transliteration of Fatimah in Iran and among Persian speakers. It honors Fatimah al-Zahra, the daughter of…
Faridah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'unique,' 'exceptional,' or 'precious.' It derives from the Arabic root 'farada' (to be unique or singular). The name is widely used throughout…
Iranian, Persian
"swallow bird"
The name Parastoo currently seems unusual to the Western ear, with that "too" ending rare in traditional English names. It is sometimes spelled Parastu. Pari or Parisa would make easier imports.
French
"esteemed, beloved"
Esme is a sophisticated, distinctive, and charming J. D. Salinger name, from his classic 1950 story 'For Esme, With Love and Squalor'.Related to the French Aimee, which means beloved, and to the…
Bandar as a feminine name is quite unusual, as it is more commonly known as a masculine name in Arabic and Persian cultures, where it means 'port' or 'harbor.' In Arabic contexts, Bandar is…
"wild rose"
Nasrin has a strong sound and lovely floral meaning. International variants include the Turkish Nesrin and Egyptian Nesreen.
Japanese; Persian
"thistle flower; greatest"
Azami has a prickly image and feel — reinforced by the thistle's image in Eastern mythology as one of defiance. A name that spans two widely divergent cultures, Azami might make the perfect…
"pomegranate flower"
A Persian name with a pretty meaning and a dignified sound, Golnar is floral and fruity with orange-red hues. Notable bearers include businesswoman, Golnar Khosrowshahi and singer Golnar Shahyar. An…
Persian from the Greek
"Narcissus flower"
This name gets given to a handful of Persian girls each year in both the USA and the UK.
"angel"
Fresh in sound with an angelic meaning, Fereshteh is a name of Persian origin. It was adapted from the Sanskrit presyatā and the Avestan fraēšta- both meaning "messenger." Also spelled as Ferishteh,…