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Arsham

♂ Boy

Pronounced ar-SHAHM /ɑːrˈʃɑːm/Medium

Meaning: Arsham is an Old Persian name, glossed 'strong; mighty; forceful' (sometimes 'bear-strength'). It was borne by Arsames, an Achaemenid prince and grandfather of Darius the Great. A regal, ancient Persian name.Low

In 30 seconds: A regal Persian name: Arsham means 'strong; mighty' (said 'ar-SHAHM').
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Origin MediumPersian
MeaningArsham is an Old Persian name, glossed 'strong; mighty; forceful' (sometimes 'bear-strength'). It was borne by Arsames, an Achaemenid prince and grandfather of Darius the Great. A regal, ancient Persian name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12456 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 11

History & Origin

Arsham is an Old Persian name meaning 'strong; mighty; forceful,' famously borne by Arsames, an Achaemenid prince and forebear of Darius the Great. It endures as a proud Persian given name. A regal, ancient pick (said 'ar-SHAHM').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, and Persian in heritage.

Did you know? Arsham is an Old Persian name — 'strong; mighty' — borne by an Achaemenid prince, Arsames, grandfather of Darius the Great; ancient and dignified (said 'ar-SHAHM').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Arsham — Old Persian 'strong; mighty'; Achaemenid prince Arsames

Variations

ArsamesArshaam

Nicknames

ArsSham

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arsham mean?

Arsham is an Old Persian name meaning 'strong; mighty; forceful,' borne by an Achaemenid prince.

How do you pronounce Arsham?

It's said ar-SHAHM /ɑːrˈʃɑːm/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Arsham a boy or girl name?

Arsham is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Arsham?

Arsham is a rare name for boys in the U.S., though used in Iran.

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