Farbod
Farbod is a Muslim boy name meaning “Possessor of glory, splendid”.
| Meaning | Possessor of glory, splendid |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | فربد |
| Pronunciation | far-BOHD |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Farbod
Farbod is a Persian name, and its meaning is usually explained through two parts. The first, farr, is an ancient Iranian concept of divine glory, splendour and fortune, the radiance believed to rest on rightful kings and heroes in Persian epic tradition. The second part is generally understood as a suffix meaning master or possessor. Read together, the name is taken to mean 'one who possesses glory' or 'splendid', though, as with many old Persian names, the exact derivation is explained in slightly different ways.
Farbod belongs to the group of Persian names that Iranian families revived in the twentieth century, when interest in pre-Islamic Iranian history and the Shāhnāmeh grew and native names were chosen alongside Arabic ones. It is written فربد in Persian script and pronounced far-BOHD, with the stress on the second syllable; Farbud is an occasional spelling. The name is common in Iran and among Iranians in Europe and North America, and it is almost unknown outside Persian-speaking communities. Because it is a Persian word with a positive meaning, Muslim families in Iran use it freely, though it has no Arabic or Quranic background.
Is Farbod a Muslim name?
Yes, it is used by Muslims. Farbod is a Persian name common among Iranian families; it has no Arabic or Quranic background.
Where is the name Farbod used?
Popular in Iran and the Iranian diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farbod mean?
Farbod means 'Possessor of glory, splendid'. It comes from Persian.
Is Farbod a Muslim name?
Yes, it is used by Muslims. Farbod is a Persian name common among Iranian families; it has no Arabic or Quranic background.
How do you write Farbod in Arabic?
Farbod is written فربد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Farbod?
Farbod is pronounced far-BOHD.
What language is the name Farbod?
Farbod is Persian; it is not an Arabic name.
How do you write Farbod in Persian?
Farbod is written فربد in Persian script.
Can Muslims use the name Farbod?
Yes. Farbod is used by Muslim families in Iran; its meaning of glory and splendour is positive, though it is not a religious name.