Payman
Payman is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “Promise, covenant, pact”.
| Meaning | Promise, covenant, pact |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | پیمان |
| Pronunciation | pay-MAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Payman
Payman comes from peymān, a Persian word that means a promise, a pact or a covenant. Given to a boy, it speaks of loyalty and of honouring what you have promised. Iranian families use it widely, and in English it is more often written Peyman. It is also found in Afghanistan and among Iranians abroad, and it carries a clear, serious meaning.
Is Payman a Muslim name?
Payman is Persian rather than Arabic, and Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan use it for its meaning of faithfulness.
How popular is Payman?
Payman is common in Iran and in the Iranian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Payman
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Spellings and variants of Payman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Payman mean?
Payman means 'Promise, covenant, pact'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Payman a Muslim name?
Payman is Persian rather than Arabic, and Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan use it for its meaning of faithfulness.
How do you pronounce Payman?
Payman is pronounced pay-MAHN.
Is Payman a boy or girl name?
Payman is usually a boy name.