Jamshid
Jamshid is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “Radiant Jam, a legendary king”.
| Meaning | Radiant Jam, a legendary king |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | جمشید |
| Pronunciation | jam-SHEED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan, Central Asia, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Jamshid
In the legends of ancient Iran, Jamshīd is a great king whose story is told in Ferdowsi's epic, the Shahnameh. The second half of the name, shīd, adds the idea of brilliance, so it means something like 'Jam the shining'. Because Persian poets kept retelling his story, the name survived into the Islamic era. Families in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan still use it, sometimes written Jamshed.
Is Jamshid a Muslim name?
Jamshid comes from pre-Islamic Persia rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran and Central Asia use it readily.
How popular is Jamshid?
Iranians, Afghans, Tajiks and Uzbeks use it, and Pakistanis write Jamshed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jamshid mean?
Jamshid means 'Radiant Jam, a legendary king'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Jamshid a Muslim name?
Jamshid comes from pre-Islamic Persia rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran and Central Asia use it readily.
How do you pronounce Jamshid?
Jamshid is pronounced jam-SHEED.
Is Jamshid a boy or girl name?
Jamshid is usually a boy name.