Pari
Pari is a girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Fairy”.
| Meaning | Fairy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | परी |
| Pronunciation | PUH-ree |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | India, Iran, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Pari
Pari is the Persian word for a fairy, a beautiful winged spirit of Persian legend; the same word gave English 'peri'. Through Persian it entered Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi, where calling a girl a pari is an affectionate compliment. It is used as a name by Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Parsi families alike, and also forms longer names such as Parisa and Parinaz.
Is Pari a religious name?
Pari comes from Persian folklore rather than any scripture, so it has no specific religious background and is shared across faith communities in South Asia and Iran.
How popular is Pari?
Popular as a given name and nickname in India, Pakistan and Iran.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pari mean?
Pari means 'Fairy'. It is of Persian origin.
Does Pari have a religious meaning?
Pari comes from Persian folklore rather than any scripture, so it has no specific religious background and is shared across faith communities in South Asia and Iran.
How do you pronounce Pari?
Pari is pronounced PUH-ree.
Is Pari a boy or girl name?
Pari is usually a girl name.