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ParasteshIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Yearning, Desiring

Pronunciation: P-ar-ast-esh

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Name
Parastesh
Meaning
Yearning, Desiring
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Persian, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
P-ar-ast-esh
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Parastesh mean?

Parastesh is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Yearning". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: P-ar-ast-esh. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

Parastesh

اسلامی نام جس کا مطلب ہے Yearning, Desiring

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

Parastesh

اسم عربي يعني Yearning, Desiring

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

P-ar-ast-esh

IPA

/p/a/r/a/s/t/e/s/h/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Parastesh is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Yearning. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellow

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Independence, Initiative, Leadership

Personality

Personality Traits

DesiringLongingYearningPerseveranceDetermination

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A soul yearning for spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Parastesh" in Persian culture holds a deep significance, especially in the context of poetry and literature. Throughout Persian history, poets have used this name to describe the intense longing or yearning for something - be it love, beauty, or a higher truth. It represents the emotional depth and intensity found in Persian poetry and literature, which has influenced various aspects of Persian art, music, and language.
From a spiritual perspective, the name "Parastesh" carries a deeper message. It is a reminder of the human condition, our natural inclination to yearn for something greater than ourselves. This could be the love of God, the peace that comes from living in harmony with the universe, or the search for a deeper meaning and purpose in life. By acknowledging our innate desire for something beyond the material world, we can begin to explore the spiritual dimensions of our existence and find fulfillment and meaning in our lives.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Parastesh was a Persian princess who lived during the Sassanid Empire (6th century). She was known for her beauty and was married to the powerful Sassanid king Khosrow I Anushirvan.

6th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Parastesh

Yearning, Desiring

🇵🇰Urdu

Parastesh

اسلامی نام جس کا مطلب ہے Yearning, Desiring

🇸🇦Arabic

Parastesh

اسم عربي يعني Yearning, Desiring

🇮🇳Hindi

Parastesh

इस्लामी नाम जिसका अर्थ है Yearning, Desiring

🇦🇫Pashto

Parastesh

اسلامي نوم چې معنی یې ده Yearning, Desiring

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