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Rostam

♂ Boy

Pronounced ROS-tam /ˈrɒs.tæm/Medium

Meaning: From Persian tradition, Rostam is the towering champion of the Shahnameh (the Book of Kings) - a hero of immense strength and honor. The name is often linked to 'strong; grown tall.' Noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A legendary Persian name: Rostam is the great Shahnameh hero (said 'ROS-tam'). Strong and storied.

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Origin MediumPersian

MeaningFrom Persian tradition, Rostam is the towering champion of the Shahnameh (the Book of Kings) - a hero of immense strength and honor. The name is often linked to 'strong; grown tall.' Noted respectfully.

U.S. rank (2023)#6443 ↗ Rising

2023 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 24

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Rostam comes from Persian epic, the greatest hero of the Shahnameh, tied to 'strength.' It reads legendary and strong - rare in the U.S. (said 'ROS-tam').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Rostam is the towering hero of the Persian Shahnameh, the Book of Kings - a champion of great strength, his name linked to 'strong; grown tall' - noted respectfully (said 'ROS-tam').

Overall data confidence 46%

References - Rostam — Persian; the great hero of the Shahnameh; linked to 'strength'

Variations

RustamRostemRustom

Nicknames

RosTam

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rostam mean?

Rostam is the greatest hero of the Persian Shahnameh, linked to 'strength.'

How do you pronounce Rostam?

It's said ROS-tam /ˈrɒs.tæm/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rostam a boy or girl name?

Rostam is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Rostam?

Rostam is extremely rare in the U.S.