Nazanin
Persian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Nazanin
Nazanin is a Persian name meaning "delicate" or "graceful," derived from the Persian root "naz" (نز) meaning coyness or delicacy, with the diminutive suffix "-anin." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly in Iran, and is associated with Persian and Islamic traditions, though it has become more internationally recognized through notable figures like human rights activist Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.
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Etymology
Nazanin is a Persian name meaning "delicate" or "graceful," derived from the Persian root "naz" (نز) meaning coyness or delicacy, with the diminutive suffix "-anin." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly in Iran, and is associated with Persian and Islamic traditions, though it has become more internationally recognized through notable figures like human rights activist Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.
Nazanin currently ranks #6,755 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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