Anahita
Anahita is a Muslim girl name of Persian (Old Iranian) origin, meaning “Immaculate, pure”.
| Meaning | Immaculate, pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian (Old Iranian) |
| Written as | آناهیتا |
| Pronunciation | ah-nah-HEE-tah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran |
Meaning and origin of Anahita
Anahita comes from the Old Iranian Anāhitā, meaning 'the immaculate' or 'pure'. In pre-Islamic Persia it was the name of a Zoroastrian goddess linked with water and fertility. In Iran today parents choose it as a girls' name for its connection to Persian heritage rather than for its religious history. Iranian families in the diaspora use it as well, and shorter related forms include Nahid and Anahid.
Is Anahita a Muslim name?
Anahita is Persian and comes from a pre-Islamic goddess's name, yet many Muslim families in Iran use it. Families who want an Islamic name meaning purity might choose Tahira, Zakiya or Naqiya.
How popular is Anahita?
Anahita is common in Iran and with Iranian diaspora families.
Gifts with the name Anahita
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Spellings and variants of Anahita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anahita mean?
Anahita means 'Immaculate, pure'. It is of Persian (Old Iranian) origin.
Is Anahita a Muslim name?
Anahita is Persian and comes from a pre-Islamic goddess's name, yet many Muslim families in Iran use it. Families who want an Islamic name meaning purity might choose Tahira, Zakiya or Naqiya.
How do you pronounce Anahita?
Anahita is pronounced ah-nah-HEE-tah.
Is Anahita a boy or girl name?
Anahita is usually a girl name.