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ShezadHindu Male Persian name meaning

Sovereign, Ruler, Powerful

Pronunciation: ʃɪˈzɑːd

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Name
Shezad
Meaning
Sovereign, Ruler, Powerful
Origin
Persian
Religion
Hindu
Language
Persian, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ʃɪˈzɑːd
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Persian
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Shezad mean?

Shezad is a male name from Persian origin meaning "Sovereign". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ʃɪˈzɑːd. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Shahzada

Crown-prince

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ʃɪˈzɑːd

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Persian

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Shezad is listed as a hindu male name with Persian origin. Its meaning is Sovereign. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BluePurpleRed

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a Life Path Number 3 are natural born creatives and communicators. They are often described as being charismatic, artistic, and beautiful.

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentMajesticRoyalDeterminedAmbitiousIntelligent

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes strength, courage, and leadership. It is a name of power and authority, and one who bears this name is expected to be a protector and a leader.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Shezad initially had profound cultural significance in Persian and Arab societies, where it was considered a noble and regal name befitting the rulers and the powerful. Over time, it reached various parts of the world, including India, where it was adopted by some influential Hindu families, contributing to the diversity and multiculturalism of the subcontinent.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Shezad represents the inner divine ruler within every individual, symbolizing one's unwavering faith, strength, wisdom, and power to navigate the challenges of life. Thus, the name carries a deep spiritual significance, reminding the bearer to recognize their inner sovereignty, harness their inner wisdom, and navigate the challenges of life with unwavering faith and courage.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Shezad was a title given to some Hindu rulers in the Deccan region during the Islamic Sultanate period. It is believed to have originated from Shahzada, meaning 'royal prince' in Persian.

13th to 16th century

Shezad Jaipur was a Rajput king who ruled in the early 18th century. He is known for his alliance with the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb against the Marathas.

early 18th century

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Shahzada

Crown-prince

🇮🇳Hindi

Shahzada

शाहज़दा

🇮🇳Tamil

Kōzhiyal

கோழியல்

🇮🇳Telugu

Şējādēś

శేజాదేశ

🇮🇳Marathi

Shezad

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Sovereign, Ruler, Powerful

🇧🇩Bengali

Shezad

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Sovereign, Ruler, Powerful

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