فرشته

Fereshteh

girlPersian

Fereshteh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Angel”.

MeaningAngel
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingفرشته
Pronunciationfeh-resh-TEH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Fereshteh

Fereshteh is the ordinary Persian word for 'angel', from an old Iranian word for a messenger. It has been a popular girls' name in Iran for generations, and the same word is used in Dari and Urdu (farishta). It carries no Arabic root but a clearly religious, positive meaning.

Is Fereshteh a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Fereshteh is a Persian name meaning 'angel' and is common among Iranian and Afghan Muslim families.

Where is the name Fereshteh used?

Common in Iran; Fereshta and Freshta are the Afghan forms.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Fereshteh mean?

Fereshteh means 'Angel'. It comes from Persian.

Is Fereshteh a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Fereshteh is a Persian name meaning 'angel' and is common among Iranian and Afghan Muslim families.

How do you write Fereshteh in Arabic?

Fereshteh is written فرشته in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Fereshteh?

Fereshteh is pronounced feh-resh-TEH.

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