Kourosh
Kourosh is a Muslim boy name meaning “Cyrus; the name of Cyrus the Great”.
| Meaning | Cyrus; the name of Cyrus the Great |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Persian |
| Arabic spelling | کوروش |
| Pronunciation | koo-ROSH |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Kourosh
Kourosh is the Persian form of Cyrus, the name of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire in the sixth century BCE. The original meaning of the Old Persian Kūrush is uncertain and has been explained in several ways, including 'like the sun'. In Iran it is a proud national name, and some Muslim scholars have identified Cyrus with Dhul-Qarnayn, though this is debated.
Is Kourosh a Muslim name?
Kourosh is a pre-Islamic Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran as a national and historical name.
Where is the name Kourosh used?
Common in Iran and among Iranian families worldwide, who often use Cyrus in English.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kourosh mean?
Kourosh means 'Cyrus; the name of Cyrus the Great'. It comes from Old Persian.
Is Kourosh a Muslim name?
Kourosh is a pre-Islamic Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran as a national and historical name.
How do you write Kourosh in Arabic?
Kourosh is written کوروش in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kourosh?
Kourosh is pronounced koo-ROSH.