Iran is the ancient land of the Aryans, and their names carry a rich history with them.
Ancient Iran was quite influenced by the Zoroastrian religion and the Persian culture. The language of Iran is a mixture of ancient Armenian Arabic and Farsi.
Names play a vital role in Iran's culture. The naming ceremony in Iran is in accordance with the religious and cultural tradition of the community. Iran is situated in the middle of the Fertile Crescent, very aptly called, in the heart of the Middle East. The mixture of Islamic, Zoroastrian, Christian, Kurdish, and Armenian cultures creates a subtle Iranian tradition harmony.
All Iranians generally have two names a given name and a formal name. The maternal uncle generally gives the names. The formal name is generally given by the elders and is blessed by the spiritual leaders. The blessings of the spiritual leaders and clergies are a must in all naming ceremonies. A girl name should be blessed so that the name glorifies a person in Iran. The name of a girl is chosen with extreme care. A girl's name has to sound beautiful, and the name should be soothing to the ears. The name should describe the future characteristics that the family wants to see in the girl. Here are some of the best names of Iranian origin to name a girl.
For more beautiful girl names, take a look at Arabic Baby Girl Names and Indian Baby Girl Names.
Gregoria, Meaning: alert, watchful Origin: Latin ~ View Detail
Martia, Meaning: warlike Origin: Variation of Marcia, Latin ~ View Detail
Quintina, Meaning: fifth Origin: Latin
Gardener, Meaning: keeper of the garden Origin: Latin
Tarragon, Origin: Latin herb name
Ormanda, Meaning: mariner Origin: Latin
Cesarina, Origin: Feminine version of Caesar
Afsaneh, meaning "Fable of the ancient." The name belongs to the Persian queen of Mughal king Shah Jahan.
Campana, Meaning: bell ringer Origin: Latin
Gazella, Meaning: gazelle Origin: Latin
Verdi, Meaning: green Origin: Latin
Fulvia, Meaning: blond one Origin: Latin
Afrouz, meaning "dazzle."
Penna, Meaning: feather Origin: Latin
Quartilla, Meaning: fourth Origin: Latin
Columba, Meaning: dove Origin: Latin
Domini, Origin: Latin variation of Dominic
