Persian Names for Boys
Updated Tue Jun 09 2020
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Persian names for boys are predominantly used in Iran, which was formerly known to the Western world as Persia. Persian boy names include some exotic options that we think hit that elusive "sweet spot": underused but not unknown, interesting but not insane, hip but not too painfully hipster.
If you like beautiful Persian boy names like Jasper and Cyrus, you might love some of the more unusual boy names of Persian origin on our long-list, below. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.
If you like beautiful Persian boy names like Jasper and Cyrus, you might love some of the more unusual boy names of Persian origin on our long-list, below. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.
- Jasper
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
Jasper originated as a variation of the Latin Gaspar, which ultimately derived from the Persian word ganzabara, meaning "bringer of treasure." As a given name, Jasper’s etymology is unrelated to that of the gemstone, which comes from a Semitic word meaning "speckled stone." Jasper is the usual English form for one of the Three Wise Men who brought gifts to the infant Christ according to medieval tradition and appears in the Bible as a reference to the stone itself in Revelations 4:3.
- Cyrus
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"sun"Description:
Cyrus is one of those surprising names that have always ranked among the Top 1000 boy names in the US. On an upward trend since the mid-90s, Cyrus now sits in that comfortable place between too popular and too unusual.
- Casper
Origin:
Dutch form of Jasper, PersianMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
This ancient name, also spelled Caspar, is finally shedding its ghostly image and moving into the 21st century. Popular in the Netherlands and Scandinavia, where it's sometimes shortened to Cas, Casper could ride the style coattails of cousin Jasper. Casper was one of the Three Magi who brought gifts to the infant Jesus along with Melchior and Balthasar.
- Darius
Origin:
Latin, Greek, PersianMeaning:
"possessing goodness"Description:
Darius is a historic name via Emperor Darius the Great, a key figure in ancient Persian history, and several other Persian kings. His name today has an appealingly artistic image, which might well be found on a concert program or gallery announcement.
- Caspar
Origin:
Persian, variation of GasparMeaning:
"keeper of the treasure"Description:
After half a century, this otherwise feasible name has at last started to lose its link to the friendly ghost; it certainly didn't scare model Claudia Schiffer, who chose it for her son, as did Atomic Kitten Jenny Frost. Iconoclastic namer Jason Lee switched genders and called his daughter Casper. Also related to the revived Jasper, Caspar seems headed towards the path to a similar resurgence.
- Xerxes
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"hero among heroes"Description:
The two X's may be a challenge for even the most intrepid baby namer. Xerxes was the name of two early kings of Persia and the Handel opera Serse or Xerxes is loosely based on Xerxes I.
- Kasper
Origin:
Polish variation of Casper, form of Jasper, PersianMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
Jasper and its many international variations, from Kasper to Casper to Gaspard, is finding new popularity.
- Armani
Origin:
Italian surname derived from Herman or Arman, German or PersianMeaning:
"son of Ermanno; soldier; wish,hope"Description:
Armani is catching on along with other brand names, and this one is among the most gender-neutral — sitting in the Top 500 for both boys and girls. Its similarity to the likes of rising stars Amari, Arlo, and Amias, along with the more classic Arthur and Giovanni helps it feel more "name-y" than "brand-y".
- Lazuli
Origin:
Persian place nameDescription:
Now deeply associated with the gemstone Lapis Lazuli, Lazuli is derived from one of the places where the stone was first mined. The word Lazuli is the root for words like azure. Lapis Lazuli is a deep and rich blue color and was used for pigments and jewellery.
- Sinbad
Origin:
Persian literary nameDescription:
When comedian David Atkins adopted this Arabian Nights-type name, it became almost feasible, but could lead to tough times in the schoolyard.
- Syrus
Origin:
Spelling variation of CyrusMeaning:
"throne"Description:
This variation came to public attention via a reality-TV star on MTV's "Real World."
- Parvaiz
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"lucky, happy"Description:
Parvaiz would certainly stand out in an American classroom.
- Naveed
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"good news"Description:
Attractive Middle Eastern choice.
- Naviyd
Origin:
Persian, variation of NaveedMeaning:
"good news"Description:
Usher put this spin on an attractive and popular Iranian name when he chose it for his son.
- Tamerlaine
Origin:
Turkic, MongolMeaning:
"iron"Description:
Although Tamerlaine, especially with the addition of an i, feels more feminine than masculine these days and is occasionally used for girls, the original Tamerlane was a fierce Mongol warrior.
- Daric
- Abán
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"clearer"Description:
A benevolent genie in Persian myth, used by Latino and Muslim families.
- Angaros
Origin:
Persian, courierDescription:
Angaros is a rarely used unisex name related to Angel.