خرد

Khirad

girlPersian

Khirad is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wisdom, intellect”.

MeaningWisdom, intellect
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingخرد
Pronunciationkhi-RAD
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Khirad

Khirad (kherad) is the Persian word for wisdom and intellect, much used in classical poetry, notably by Ferdowsi, who opens the Shahnameh with praise of kherad. In Pakistan it has become a modern girl's name, helped by its use for heroines in television dramas, while in Iran the related form Kherad is used more rarely and can be given to boys.

Is Khirad a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Khirad is a Persian word meaning 'wisdom' rather than an Arabic name, and it is chosen by Muslim families in Pakistan and Iran.

Where is the name Khirad used?

Used mainly in Pakistan as a girl's name; Kherad is the Iranian spelling.

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Spellings and variants of Khirad

KheradKhird

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Khirad mean?

Khirad means 'Wisdom, intellect'. It comes from Persian.

Is Khirad a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Khirad is a Persian word meaning 'wisdom' rather than an Arabic name, and it is chosen by Muslim families in Pakistan and Iran.

How do you write Khirad in Arabic?

Khirad is written خرد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Khirad?

Khirad is pronounced khi-RAD.

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