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Parsa Pronunciation

Parsa is pronounced par-SAH /pɑrˈsɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Persian parsa, 'pious, devout, abstinent; a Persian, of Persia'Medium

In 30 seconds: Pious and proud: Parsa is Persian for 'devout' — and 'a Persian'. Soft, dignified, and warm.

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Origin MediumPersian

MeaningFrom Persian parsa, 'pious, devout, abstinent; a Persian, of Persia'

U.S. rank (2024)#4821 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 721

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Parsa comes from Persian parsa, 'pious, devout, abstinent', and also 'a Persian, of Persia' (the heartland of the ancient Persian Empire). A soft, dignified name across Iran.

In the U.S. it appears in Persian families. Rare, pious-or-a-Persian at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Parsa means 'pious, devout, abstinent' in Persian — and 'a Persian, of Persia' (the ancient homeland); a soft, dignified, popular modern Iranian name.

Overall data confidence 78%

Persian references — parsa — etymology

Variations

Parsaa

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Parsa?

Parsa is pronounced par-SAH (/pɑrˈsɑ/). Press play above to hear Parsa said aloud.

How do you say Parsa?

Parsa is said par-SAH (/pɑrˈsɑ/). Press play above to hear Parsa said aloud.

What does the name Parsa mean?

Parsa is Persian for 'pious, devout', and 'a Persian, of Persia'.

Is Parsa a boy or girl name?

Parsa is a boy's name.

How popular is Parsa?

Parsa is a rare name in the U.S.