افسانه

Afsaneh

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Afsaneh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Legend, fable, story”.

MeaningLegend, fable, story
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingافسانه
Pronunciationaf-saa-NEH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Afsaneh

Afsaneh is the Persian afsāna, a tale, fable or legend. It is a well-established girls' name in Iran, and the same word, written afsāna, is used in Urdu for a short story. The name carries a sense of enchantment, like a figure from an old tale.

Is Afsaneh a Muslim name?

Yes, Afsaneh is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is not Arabic, but its meaning is unobjectionable.

Where is the name Afsaneh used?

Common in Iran and Afghanistan; Afsana is the usual South Asian form.

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Spellings and variants of Afsaneh

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Afsaneh mean?

Afsaneh means 'Legend, fable, story'. It comes from Persian.

Is Afsaneh a Muslim name?

Yes, Afsaneh is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is not Arabic, but its meaning is unobjectionable.

How do you write Afsaneh in Arabic?

Afsaneh is written افسانه in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Afsaneh?

Afsaneh is pronounced af-saa-NEH.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.