Kasra

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Kasra Pronunciation

Kasra is pronounced KAHS-rah /ˈkɑs.rɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Persian Kasra — the Arabic form of Khosrow, a title of the great Sasanian Persian emperors ('a king; one with good fame')Medium

In 30 seconds: A king: Kasra is Persian for the great emperor Khosrow — 'a king'. Strong, regal, and warm (said 'KAHS-rah').

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Origin MediumPersian

MeaningFrom Persian Kasra — the Arabic form of Khosrow, a title of the great Sasanian Persian emperors ('a king; one with good fame')

U.S. rank (2024)#6012 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 361

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kasra comes from Persian Kasra — the Arabic form of Khosrow, the legendary name and title of the great Sasanian Persian emperors (Khosrow I Anushirvan, 'the just'); Khosrow means 'one with good fame; a king'. A strong, regal, classic Persian name (said 'KAHS-rah'; nickname Kas).

In the U.S. it appears in Persian families. Rare, a-king at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Kasra is the Arabic form of Khosrow — a title of the great Sasanian Persian emperors (Khosrow means 'one with good fame; a king') — a strong, regal name (said 'KAHS-rah').

Overall data confidence 68%

Persian references — Kasra/Khosrow — etymology

Variations

KhosrowKasrahKosrow

Nicknames

Kas

Themes & Styles

Persian Regal

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kasra?

Kasra is pronounced KAHS-rah (/ˈkɑs.rɑ/). Press play above to hear Kasra said aloud.

How do you say Kasra?

Kasra is said KAHS-rah (/ˈkɑs.rɑ/). Press play above to hear Kasra said aloud.

What does the name Kasra mean?

Kasra is Persian for the emperor Khosrow — 'a king; one with good fame'.

Is Kasra a boy or girl name?

Kasra is a boy's name.

How popular is Kasra?

Kasra is a rare name in the U.S.