Soran
Soran is a Muslim boy name meaning “Named after the Soran region”.
| Meaning | Named after the Soran region |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Kurdish (place and dialect name) |
| Arabic spelling | سۆران |
| Pronunciation | soh-RAHN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Soran
Soran is the name of a historic Kurdish emirate centred on Rawanduz in today's Erbil province, and of the region around it. The Sorani dialect of Kurdish takes its name from the same area. As a given name it expresses attachment to Kurdish heritage and is common in Iraqi Kurdistan.
Is Soran a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Soran is a Kurdish place name rather than an Arabic one, and it is used by Kurdish Muslim families.
Where is the name Soran used?
Common in Iraqi Kurdistan and among Sorani-speaking Kurds in Iran.
Gifts with the name Soran
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soran mean?
Soran means 'Named after the Soran region'. It comes from Kurdish (place and dialect name).
Is Soran a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Soran is a Kurdish place name rather than an Arabic one, and it is used by Kurdish Muslim families.
How do you write Soran in Arabic?
Soran is written سۆران in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Soran?
Soran is pronounced soh-RAHN.