Boy · Persian

Shahrazad

شهرازاد

noble city-born; the free and highborn daughter of the city; name of the legendary storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights who charmed a king through the art of story

Shahrazad is more than a name; it's a Persian story whose meaning, noble city-born; the free and highborn daughter of the city; name of the legendary storyteller of the Thousand and On…, has shaped countless lives. Families pick it for a boy when they want elegance and depth.

With its 7-letter cadence and a meaning that revolves around noble city-born; the free and highborn daughter of the city; name of the legendary storyteller of the Thousand and On…, Shahrazad is an easy name to remember — pleasant on the tongue, clear in writing.

Shahrazad remains a favorite for families seeking Persian-rooted names — at home in family gatherings and birthday celebrations alike. A name that grows with the child and suits every stage of life.

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Identity at a glance

Gender

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Boy

🌍 Origin

Persian

🔤 Starts with

ش

📏 letter

7

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Surprising facts

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The core meaning of Shahrazad revolves around: noble city-born; the free and highborn daughter of the city; name of the legendary storyteller of the Thousand and On….

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The Prophet ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so choose good names" (Abu Dawud).

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The name Shahrazad traces its origin to Persian culture.

Shahrazad has 7 letters — a balanced length that keeps it easy to pronounce and write.

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What does the name Shahrazad mean?

noble city-born; the free and highborn daughter of the city; name of the legendary storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights who charmed a king through the art of story

What is the origin of the name Shahrazad?

The name Shahrazad has Persian origin.

Is Shahrazad a boy or girl name?

Shahrazad is traditionally a Boy name.

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