Persian Surnames

Patient or enduring

From Sabzevar (green plain)

Descendant of Sadegh

Chief, foremost

Of the lineage of Saeed

Born of the fortunate one

Pure, clear

Of the Safavid dynasty

Related to bookbinding

Companion, friend

Dawn riser or early riser

Son of the fortunate

Descendant of Sajjad (prostrator)

Righteous, good

Peaceful, safe

Born of the righteous one

Eternal, everlasting

Sincere, intimate

Exalted, praiseworthy

Fortress builder, stoneworker

King, ruler (Seljuk origin)

Of the bridge or top

Intoxicated or ecstatic

Rider, horseman

Descendant of the prophet

Truthful, sincere

Of the army

Star

Praised, lauded

Of the night or shepherd

Night patroller

Of the Shafi school, intercessor

Royal falcon

Martyr or witness

Royal prince

Pride of the king

Son of the king

Of the city or urban

Royal-faced or related to Shahrokh

Royal horseman

Born of the king

Grateful, thankful

Swordsman or of the sword

Knowledgeable in religious law

Noble, honorable

Born of a noble

Worthy, deserving

Radiance of worthiness