Reza

Reza Origin and Meaning

The name Reza is a boy's name.

Reza is a masculine name with Persian origins, popular throughout Iran and other parts of the Middle East and South Asia. The name means 'satisfaction,' 'contentment,' or 'agreement' in Persian. It has significant religious importance in Shia Islam, as Ali al-Reza was the eighth Imam. Many boys are named in his honor. Reza also appears as a surname and can be found spelled as Riza or Ridha in different regions. The name has gained some international recognition due to its relatively easy pronunciation across languages and its positive meaning. It remains most common in Iranian, Afghan, Turkish, and other Muslim communities, appreciated for both its cultural significance and pleasant meaning.