Choosing the perfect name for your cat is an enchanting journey through the rich tapestry of Persian culture and history. In this article, we present a curated list of 101 Persian cat names, each accompanied by its unique meaning.
These names are deeply rooted in the Persian language, reflecting the beauty, mystique, and classical heritage of Iran. Whether inspired by nature, Persian mythology, or historical figures, each name carries a story that can complement the personality and grace of your beloved feline companion.
From the majestic “Aftab” meaning sun, to the delicate “Zahra” signifying flower, this list offers a diverse array of choices for every Persian cat owner seeking a meaningful and resonant name for their pet.
So here’s the list, organized in alphabetical order:
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Aftab | Sun |
| Agha | Master, Lord |
| Ahriman | Evil Spirit |
| Akbar | Great |
| Alborz | Mountain Range |
| Amir | Prince |
| Anahita | Goddess of Water |
| Arash | Bright Arrow |
| Arman | Desire |
| Arya | Noble |
| Asal | Honey |
| Asha | Hope |
| Azad | Free |
| Azar | Fire |
| Azin | Ornament |
| Babak | Little Father |
| Bahar | Spring |
| Bahram | Victory |
| Bano | Lady |
| Baran | Rain |
| Behrooz | Fortunate |
| Bijan | Hero |
| Caspian | Sea |
| Cyrus | Sun |
| Dara | Wealthy |
| Darya | Sea |
| Delara | Adoring Heart |
| Delbar | Captivating |
| Donya | World |
| Ehsan | Charity, Compassion |
| Elham | Inspiration |
| Emad | Confidence |
| Esfandiar | Pure Creation |
| Esha | Desire |
| Farah | Joy |
| Faraz | Above |
| Fereshteh | Angel |
| Feri | Short for ‘Fereshteh’ |
| Firouz | Turquoise |
| Gelareh | Eyes |
| Golnar | Pomegranate Flower |
| Hafez | Guardian |
| Haleh | Halo |
| Hamid | Praised |
| Homa | Legendary Bird |
| Hoshang | Good Thought |
| Iman | Faith |
| Jahan | World |
| Jaleh | Dewdrop |
| Jamal | Beauty |
| Jamshid | Shining River |
| Jasmine | A Flower |
| Kambiz | Fortunate |
| Kaveh | Ancient Hero |
| Kian | Kings |
| Kourosh | Sun |
| Ladan | Nasturtium |
| Laleh | Tulip |
| Leila | Night |
| Mah | Moon |
| Mahin | Related to the Moon |
| Mani | A Painter |
| Manouchehr | A Character in Persian Mythology |
| Marjan | Coral |
| Maryam | Mary |
| Masi | Short for ‘Masoud’ |
| Masoud | Happy |
| Mehran | Kindness, Sun |
| Mina | Enamel |
| Minoo | Heaven |
| Moein | Helper |
| Mojgan | Eyelashes |
| Nader | Rare |
| Naghmeh | Melody |
| Nahid | Venus |
| Narges | Narcissus |
| Nasim | Breeze |
| Navid | Good News |
| Nazanin | Sweetheart |
| Neda | Voice |
| Negar | Beloved |
| Nima | Just, Fair |
| Omid | Hope |
| Parastoo | Swallow (Bird) |
| Parisa | Like a Fairy |
| Parviz | Fortunate |
| Payam | Message |
| Pedram | Successful |
| Peyman | Promise |
| Pouya | Eternal |
| Raha | Free |
| Ramin | Tamer |
| Rana | Gaze, Look |
| Roshan | Bright, Light |
| Roxana | Dawn, Bright |
| Roya | Dream |
| Sahar | Dawn |
| Saman | Jasmine |
| Sanaz | Full of Grace |
| Sara | Pure |
| Shahin | Falcon |
| Shayan | Worthy |
| Sheila | Heavenly |
| Shervin | Eternal Soul |
| Shirin | Sweet |
| Siavash | A Legendary Prince |
| Simin | Silvery |
| Soraya | The Pleiades |
| Tara | Star |
| Taraneh | Song |
| Vahid | Unique |
| Yasamin | Jasmine |
| Yeganeh | Unique |
| Zahra | Flower |
| Zal | Old |
| Zarir | Golden |
