آرش

Arash

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Arash is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of Iran's legendary archer hero”.

MeaningName of Iran's legendary archer hero
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingآرش
Pronunciationah-RASH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Arash

Arash is the hero of one of Iran's oldest legends: Ārash the Archer, who shot an arrow with all his life's strength to fix the border between Iran and Turan. The name goes back to ancient Iranian, and its literal meaning is debated; it is often explained as 'bright' or 'truthful'. It is one of the most popular names in modern Iran.

Is Arash a Muslim name?

Arash is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and among Persian speakers. It carries no meaning that conflicts with Islam.

Where is the name Arash used?

Very common in Iran and the Iranian diaspora, and known among Dari speakers in Afghanistan.

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Spellings and variants of Arash

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Arash mean?

Arash means 'Name of Iran's legendary archer hero'. It comes from Persian.

Is Arash a Muslim name?

Arash is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and among Persian speakers. It carries no meaning that conflicts with Islam.

How do you write Arash in Arabic?

Arash is written آرش in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Arash?

Arash is pronounced ah-RASH.

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