سودابه

Soudabeh

girlPersian

Soudabeh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of a queen in the Shahnameh”.

MeaningName of a queen in the Shahnameh
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingسودابه
Pronunciationsoo-daa-BEH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Soudabeh

Soudabeh (Sūdābeh) is a Persian name taken from Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, where Sudabeh is the wife of King Kay Kāvus and a daughter of the king of Hamāvarān. Her story with the prince Siyāvash is one of the epic's best-known episodes. The name's literal meaning is debated; it is generally explained as a compound ending in āb (water), suggesting 'bright' or 'beneficial water'.

Is Soudabeh a Muslim name?

Yes. Soudabeh is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran; it comes from the national epic rather than from Arabic or religious sources.

Where is the name Soudabeh used?

Used in Iran and, as Sudaba, in Tajikistan and Azerbaijan.

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Spellings and variants of Soudabeh

SudabehSoodabehSudaba

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Soudabeh mean?

Soudabeh means 'Name of a queen in the Shahnameh'. It comes from Persian.

Is Soudabeh a Muslim name?

Yes. Soudabeh is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran; it comes from the national epic rather than from Arabic or religious sources.

How do you write Soudabeh in Arabic?

Soudabeh is written سودابه in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Soudabeh?

Soudabeh is pronounced soo-daa-BEH.

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