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Arsam

♂ Boy

Pronounced AR-sam /ˈɑr.sɑm/Medium

Meaning: Arsam is a modern Persian form of the Old Persian name Arsames (Arshama), borne by an Achaemenid prince (grandfather of Darius the Great). It is often glossed 'having a hero's strength' or 'strong as a hero.' A heritage royal name.Low

In 30 seconds: Arsam is an Old Persian royal name (Arsames), often 'having a hero's strength' (said 'AR-sam'). A strong heritage pick.
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Origin MediumPersian
MeaningArsam is a modern Persian form of the Old Persian name Arsames (Arshama), borne by an Achaemenid prince (grandfather of Darius the Great). It is often glossed 'having a hero's strength' or 'strong as a hero.' A heritage royal name.
U.S. rank (2025)#6839 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 28

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202520162025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arsam is a Persian form of Old Persian Arsames (Arshama), a royal Achaemenid name often read 'having a hero's strength.' It reads as a proud, historic heritage name (said 'AR-sam').

In the U.S. it is rare and reads as a Persian heritage pick. Rare, strong, and rooted.

Did you know? Arsam recalls Arsames, an Achaemenid prince and grandfather of Darius the Great, with the heroic sense of 'a hero's strength' (said 'AR-sam').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Arsam — Old Persian Arsames; Achaemenid royal name

Variations

ArsamesArsham

Nicknames

ArsSam

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arsam mean?

Arsam is a Persian form of Arsames, an Old Persian royal name often glossed 'having a hero's strength.'

How do you pronounce Arsam?

It's said AR-sam /ˈɑr.sɑm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arsam a boy or girl name?

Arsam is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Arsam?

Arsam is a rare heritage name in the U.S.

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