شہباز

Shahbaz

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Shahbaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Royal falcon”.

MeaningRoyal falcon
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingشہباز
Pronunciationshah-BAHZ
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shahbaz

Shahbaz combines Persian shāh (king) and bāz (falcon), meaning royal falcon, a bird symbolising nobility and high aspiration in Persian and Urdu poetry. Iqbal used the shahbaz as an image of the striving believer. The name is very common in Pakistan and is also used in Afghanistan and India.

Is Shahbaz a Muslim name?

Yes, Shahbaz is used widely by Muslim families in South Asia. It is a Persian name meaning royal falcon rather than an Arabic one.

Where is the name Shahbaz used?

Very common in Pakistan and among Punjabi Muslims in India.

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Spellings and variants of Shahbaz

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shahbaz mean?

Shahbaz means 'Royal falcon'. It comes from Persian.

Is Shahbaz a Muslim name?

Yes, Shahbaz is used widely by Muslim families in South Asia. It is a Persian name meaning royal falcon rather than an Arabic one.

How do you write Shahbaz in Arabic?

Shahbaz is written شہباز in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shahbaz?

Shahbaz is pronounced shah-BAHZ.

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