Khurshid
Khurshid is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “The shining sun”.
| Meaning | The shining sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | خورشید |
| Pronunciation | khoor-SHEED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iran, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Khurshid
Persian khurshid simply means the sun, and its Old Persian elements describe a radiant, shining sun. Pakistani and Indian families mostly give it to boys, and the Indian politician Salman Khurshid is one example. In Iran and Central Asia, by contrast, Khorshid or Khurshida is often a girls' name. Persian poets return to the word constantly as an image of beauty and light.
Is Khurshid a Muslim name?
Generations of Muslims from India to Iran and on into Central Asia have chosen this sunny Persian name.
How popular is Khurshid?
It is common for boys in Pakistan and India, while Khorshid and Khurshida are girls' forms in Iran and Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Khurshid
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Spellings and variants of Khurshid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khurshid mean?
Khurshid means 'The shining sun'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Khurshid a Muslim name?
Generations of Muslims from India to Iran and on into Central Asia have chosen this sunny Persian name.
How do you pronounce Khurshid?
Khurshid is pronounced khoor-SHEED.
Is Khurshid a boy or girl name?
Khurshid is usually a boy name.