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Shahrzad Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "shahrzad" is "city's beauty", and is used often for "female".

Name
shahrzad
Meaning
city's beauty
Pronunciation
shah-er-zad
Used for
female
Syllables
3

Shahrzad Name Details

Shahrzad is a Persian name originating from ancient Persia. The name combines two Persian words: 'shahr' meaning 'city' and 'zad' meaning 'beauty,' resulting in the delightful meaning of 'City's beauty.' Shahrzad is mostly used as a feminine name and holds a significant place in Persian literature and folklore. It is famously known as the name of the protagonist in the Middle Eastern collection of stories, 'One Thousand and One Nights,' where Shahrzad captivated King Shahryar with her storytelling abilities to save her own life. With a melodious pronunciation of 'shah-er-zad,' Shahrzad remains an elegant and meaningful choice for baby girls.

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