فرشید

Farshid

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Farshid is a Muslim boy name meaning “Radiant glory, shining splendour”.

MeaningRadiant glory, shining splendour
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingفرشید
Pronunciationfar-SHEED
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Farshid

Farshid is a Persian name formed from farr, splendour or divine glory, and shīd, light or radiance, the same element found in Jamshid and Khurshid. It means 'radiant glory'. The name draws on old Iranian vocabulary, but today it is used mainly by Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan.

Is Farshid a Muslim name?

Yes, Farshid is used by Muslim families in Iran. It is an old Persian name, not Arabic, meaning radiant glory.

Where is the name Farshid used?

Common in Iran and among Iranians abroad.

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Spellings and variants of Farshid

Farsheed

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Farshid mean?

Farshid means 'Radiant glory, shining splendour'. It comes from Persian.

Is Farshid a Muslim name?

Yes, Farshid is used by Muslim families in Iran. It is an old Persian name, not Arabic, meaning radiant glory.

How do you write Farshid in Arabic?

Farshid is written فرشید in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Farshid?

Farshid is pronounced far-SHEED.

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