Atousa
Atousa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of an ancient Persian queen”.
| Meaning | Name of an ancient Persian queen |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian (Old Persian) |
| Arabic spelling | آتوسا |
| Pronunciation | ah-TOO-sah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Atousa
Ātūsā is the modern Persian form of the Old Persian name known in Greek as Atossa. She was a daughter of Cyrus the Great and wife of Darius I, and mother of Xerxes. The original meaning is usually given as 'well-formed' or 'beautiful', though scholars debate it. It was revived as a girls' name in 20th-century Iran.
Is Atousa a Muslim name?
Atousa is a pre-Islamic Persian name that some Muslim families in Iran use; it has no Arabic or Islamic meaning.
Where is the name Atousa used?
Used mainly in Iran and the Iranian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Atousa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Atousa mean?
Atousa means 'Name of an ancient Persian queen'. It comes from Persian (Old Persian).
Is Atousa a Muslim name?
Atousa is a pre-Islamic Persian name that some Muslim families in Iran use; it has no Arabic or Islamic meaning.
How do you write Atousa in Arabic?
Atousa is written آتوسا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Atousa?
Atousa is pronounced ah-TOO-sah.