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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…
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…
Persian
"flower"
This name was given a lithe and graceful image by ballerina Gelsey Kirkland, but was later far surpassed by Kelsey and Chelsea.
"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…
"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.
"cute"
Cute in Persian, verboten here.
"lote tree, sidr tree"
Also appearing as Sidra, this botanical name has roots in Persian, and holds multiple levels of spiritual significance. It refers to the Ziziphus spina-christi , a spikey, evergreen plant, also known…
"sacred"
Anyone who remembers the classic novel or film "The Prisoner of Zenda" would find this an odd choice.
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.
"wild rose"
Nasrin has a strong sound and lovely floral meaning. International variants include the Turkish Nesrin and Egyptian Nesreen.
"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.
"star"
A celestial and bright feeling choice, Akhtar is a unisex name of Persian origin, used among Persian, Punjabi, Urdu, Pashto, and Bengali speakers. It is generally translated as "star", though if you…
"the breeding place"
Star name that could also be another spelling of Asia or Aja.
Italian surname derived from Herman or Arman, German or Persian
"soldier or wish, hope"
Although the international Arman is traditionally a male name, we have heard it used for girls.
Persian or Urdu
"prosperous, successful"
While Kamran is a common boys' name in Iran and Turkey, among other countries, if used in the US it will more likely be a respelling of Cameron, a unisex name which sounds exactly the same as Kamran.…
"brave, valiant"
Elegant and strong, Tahmina is the name of a princess in the 10th century Persian epic, the Shahnameh . Meaning "brave, valiant, powerful", it is distinctly linked to Persian culture but also works…
Variation of Marjan, Persian, Arabic
"coral"
Ultimately derived from the Arabic word for coral, Marjane is an alternative form of the Persian and Kazakh name Marjan. A nature and sea-inspired choice that also links to a reddish-pinkish-orangey…
Latin, Greek, Persian, "family"
"family"
A striking, unflowery girls name, Tomyris could work for parents looking for a distinctive choice with a strong namesake. Tomyris was a 6th century warrior queen of the Massagetae (modern-day…