Persian Names that Start With P

  1. Peri
    • Origin:

      Greek; Hebrew; Persian
    • Meaning:

      "mountain dweller; fruit; fairy"
    • Description:

      This name used for both sexes in several cultures is quite well used in Israel.
  2. Pari
    • Origin:

      Iranian/Persian
    • Meaning:

      "fairy"
    • Description:

      Simple yet meaningful Iranian name that would make an excellent import to the English-speaking world.
  3. Parisa
    • Origin:

      Iranian/Persian
    • Meaning:

      "like a fairy"
    • Description:

      Funny how one letter can turn a name from ordinary to special. Parisa is so much more distinctive than either Marisa or Paris.
  4. Parvaiz
    • Origin:

      Persian
    • Meaning:

      "lucky, happy"
    • Description:

      Parvaiz would certainly stand out in an American classroom.
  5. Parastoo
    • Origin:

      Iranian, Persian
    • Meaning:

      "swallow bird"
    • Description:

      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.