Parvina
Persian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Parvina
Parvina is a feminine given name derived from Persian, meaning "fairy" or "fairy-like," from the Persian word "pari" (پری) combined with the feminine suffix "-na." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, Central Asian regions, and among Muslim communities, with historical usage dating back to classical Persian literature and culture.
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Etymology
Parvina is a feminine given name derived from Persian, meaning "fairy" or "fairy-like," from the Persian word "pari" (پری) combined with the feminine suffix "-na." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, Central Asian regions, and among Muslim communities, with historical usage dating back to classical Persian literature and culture.
Parvina currently ranks #18,476 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2011.
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