Iran: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: eer-ahn
Origin: Iran
gender-male

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Updated on Jul 08, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Land of the Aryans

Iran is a name of deep historical and cultural resonance, derived from the Persian word Īrān, which means “Land of the Aryans.” This ancient term references the Indo-Iranian people and reflects a rich legacy of Persian civilization, poetry, and philosophical tradition. Though more commonly recognized as a country name, Iran can also serve as a bold, meaningful given name, symbolizing strength, cultural pride, and historical depth.

Iran Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Iran is currently #16407 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Iran is currently #7087 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Iran is currently #7676 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Iran is currently #3337 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Iran is currently #7806 on Kiindred Australian Names

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