Parastoo
Parastoo is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Swallow, the bird”.
| Meaning | Swallow, the bird |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | پرستو |
| Pronunciation | pa-ras-TOO |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Parastoo
Parastoo is what Persian speakers call the swallow. Iranians see the swallow as the messenger of spring and of Nowruz, the Persian new year, and so the name carries a feeling of renewal and glad tidings. Iranian parents often choose it for daughters, and it is well used among Persian speakers living abroad. It is also found in Afghanistan, and it is sometimes written Parastu or Parasto.
Is Parastoo a Muslim name?
Parastoo is a Persian bird name, not an Arabic one, and Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan use it freely.
How popular is Parastoo?
Parastoo is common in Iran and in the Iranian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Parastoo
- Parastoo name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Parastoo baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Parastoo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Parastoo mean?
Parastoo means 'Swallow, the bird'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Parastoo a Muslim name?
Parastoo is a Persian bird name, not an Arabic one, and Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan use it freely.
How do you pronounce Parastoo?
Parastoo is pronounced pa-ras-TOO.
Is Parastoo a boy or girl name?
Parastoo is usually a girl name.