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ShahrdadIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

King, Ruler, Nobleman

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːhɑːməd/

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Name
Shahrdad
Meaning
King, Ruler, Nobleman
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːhɑːməd/
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Shahrdad mean?

Shahrdad is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "King". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈɑːhɑːməd/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

محمد بن أبی القاسم القرشی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

أحمد

محمد بن أبي القاسم القرشي

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈɑːhɑːməd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A harmonious and caring person, one who is understanding and nurturing

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentCourageousStrongWiseIntelligent

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A spiritual leader, one who guides and protects

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Shahrdad is rooted in Persian culture and means "The King" or "The Ruler". Historically, Shahs or Kings were considered as divine figureheads, leading and ruling over their people with wisdom, justice, and courage. They were responsible for the collective well-being of their subjects, providing protection, and ensuring the prosperity of their realm.
In a spiritual context, the name Shahrdad symbolizes being a leader of one's own spiritual life with courage and wisdom. The journey of self-discovery and personal growth towards divine realization mirrors the role of a king who leads his subjects towards their collective betterment. By embodying the qualities of a noble and just ruler, one can inspire others and create a positive ripple effect in the community. Furthermore, the name Shahrdad can serve as a reminder to strive for inner growth and personal mastery, guiding and ruling over one's own thoughts, emotions, and actions towards a more enlightened life.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Shahrdad carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Shah Rukh Khan

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ahmad

Most Praiseworthy

🇵🇰Urdu

احمد

محمد بن أبی القاسم القرشی

🇸🇦Arabic

أحمد

محمد بن أبي القاسم القرشي

🇮🇳Hindi

अहमद

अहमेद बननेवाला अपूर्व का नाम

🇦🇫Pashto

احمد

محمد بن محمد

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