شهریار

Shahriar

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Shahriar is a Muslim boy name meaning “King, sovereign”.

MeaningKing, sovereign
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingشهریار
Pronunciationshah-ree-AHR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shahriar

Shahriar is the Persian Shahriyār, 'king, sovereign, ruler of a realm'. It is best known as the name of the king in the frame story of the Thousand and One Nights, to whom Shahrazad tells her tales. The name is popular in Iran and Bangladesh, and the Iranian poet Shahriar is a famous bearer.

Is Shahriar a Muslim name?

Yes. Shahriar is a Persian name meaning 'king', long used by Muslim families in Iran and Bangladesh.

Where is the name Shahriar used?

Common in Bangladesh and Iran; Sheheryar is the usual Pakistani form.

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Spellings and variants of Shahriar

ShahriyarShahryarSheheryar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shahriar mean?

Shahriar means 'King, sovereign'. It comes from Persian.

Is Shahriar a Muslim name?

Yes. Shahriar is a Persian name meaning 'king', long used by Muslim families in Iran and Bangladesh.

How do you write Shahriar in Arabic?

Shahriar is written شهریار in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shahriar?

Shahriar is pronounced shah-ree-AHR.

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