Soran
Kurdish/Persian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Soran
Soran means "flowing water" or "stream" and derives from Kurdish and Persian linguistic roots, with "sor" relating to water flow.
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Etymology
Soran means "flowing water" or "stream" and derives from Kurdish and Persian linguistic roots, with "sor" relating to water flow. The name is primarily used among Kurdish and Persian-speaking populations, particularly in Iraq, Iran, and Turkey, with modern cultural prominence through Kurdish nationalism and literature.
Soran currently ranks #10,530 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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