Esfand
Esfand is a Muslim boy name meaning “Holy devotion; the twelfth Persian month”.
| Meaning | Holy devotion; the twelfth Persian month |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian (Old Iranian) |
| Arabic spelling | اسفند |
| Pronunciation | es-FAHND |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Esfand
Esfand is the twelfth month of the Iranian solar calendar, named after the Zoroastrian concept Spenta Armaiti, 'holy devotion'. The same word is the Persian name for wild rue, whose seeds are burned against the evil eye. It is a pre-Islamic Persian name used by some Iranian families today, often for boys born in that month.
Is Esfand a Muslim name?
Esfand is used by some Muslim families in Iran, but it is a pre-Islamic Persian name with Zoroastrian roots, not an Islamic one.
Where is the name Esfand used?
Used in Iran, mostly as a month and nature name.
Gifts with the name Esfand
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Esfand mean?
Esfand means 'Holy devotion; the twelfth Persian month'. It comes from Persian (Old Iranian).
Is Esfand a Muslim name?
Esfand is used by some Muslim families in Iran, but it is a pre-Islamic Persian name with Zoroastrian roots, not an Islamic one.
How do you write Esfand in Arabic?
Esfand is written اسفند in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Esfand?
Esfand is pronounced es-FAHND.