Afsaneh
Afsaneh is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Legend, fable, story”.
| Meaning | Legend, fable, story |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | افسانه |
| Pronunciation | af-saa-NEH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Afsaneh
Afsana is Persian for a story, fable or legend, and Afsaneh is the Iranian form of that word. Families in Iran have used it as a girls' name for a long time, and in Urdu the same word, afsana, means a short story. It is not Arabic. The name has an air of enchantment, as if its bearer had stepped out of an old tale.
Is Afsaneh a Muslim name?
Muslim families, especially in Iran, give this Persian name, and nothing in its meaning is objectionable.
How popular is Afsaneh?
Afghan and Iranian families use it widely, and South Asians prefer Afsana.
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Spellings and variants of Afsaneh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afsaneh mean?
Afsaneh means 'Legend, fable, story'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Afsaneh a Muslim name?
Muslim families, especially in Iran, give this Persian name, and nothing in its meaning is objectionable.
How do you pronounce Afsaneh?
Afsaneh is pronounced af-saa-NEH.
Is Afsaneh a boy or girl name?
Afsaneh is usually a girl name.