Mehrad
Persian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Mehrad
Mehrad is a Persian name combining "meh" (moon) and "rad" (giver/bestower), meaning "giver of the moon" or "moonlight giver." The name has roots in Old Persian and Sanskrit linguistic traditions.
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Etymology
Mehrad is a Persian name combining "meh" (moon) and "rad" (giver/bestower), meaning "giver of the moon" or "moonlight giver." The name has roots in Old Persian and Sanskrit linguistic traditions.
The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly among Iranians, and is associated with Zoroastrianism and Islam; it reflects the ancient Persian tradition of celestial and nature-based naming conventions.
Mehrad currently ranks #5,120 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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