شهرزاد

Shahrzad

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Shahrzad is a Muslim girl name meaning “Of noble lineage (the storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights)”.

MeaningOf noble lineage (the storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights)
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingشهرزاد
Pronunciationshah-rah-ZAHD
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shahrzad

Shahrzad is the Persian form of Scheherazade, the clever storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights who saves her life by telling the king a new tale each night. The name is usually explained from Middle Persian as 'of noble lineage' or 'born of the city', though the exact etymology is debated. It is a popular girl's name in Iran.

Is Shahrzad a Muslim name?

Yes. Shahrzad is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is a literary name rather than a religious one.

Where is the name Shahrzad used?

Mostly used in Iran and among Iranians abroad.

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Spellings and variants of Shahrzad

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shahrzad mean?

Shahrzad means 'Of noble lineage (the storyteller of the Thousand and One Nights)'. It comes from Persian.

Is Shahrzad a Muslim name?

Yes. Shahrzad is a Persian name used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. It is a literary name rather than a religious one.

How do you write Shahrzad in Arabic?

Shahrzad is written شهرزاد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shahrzad?

Shahrzad is pronounced shah-rah-ZAHD.

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