Find out how popular the first name Ariyaan has been for the last 1 years (from 2018 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ariyaan by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ariyaan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ariyaan.

The history of the first name Ariyaan

Ariyaan is a name with roots tracing back to ancient Persia, now known as Iran. It is believed to have originated from the Old Persian word "Ariya," which means noble or honorable. The name gained popularity during the reign of the Achaemenid Empire, which ruled over a vast territory from the 6th to 4th century BCE.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Behistun Inscription, a multilingual inscription commissioned by the Achaemenid king Darius the Great around 522 BCE. In this inscription, Darius refers to himself and his people as "Ariya," emphasizing their noble lineage and cultural heritage.

Throughout history, the name Ariyaan has been associated with several notable figures. One of the most famous was Ariyaan, a renowned Persian physician and philosopher who lived during the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of medicine and philosophy, and his works were widely studied in the Islamic world.

Another notable bearer of the name was Ariyaan al-Shirazi, a 10th-century Persian poet and scholar. He was renowned for his mastery of language and his works, which often celebrated the beauty of nature and the complexities of human emotions.

In the 12th century, Ariyaan al-Tabari was a celebrated Persian historian and scholar. His monumental work, "The History of the Prophets and Kings," is considered one of the most comprehensive historical accounts of the early Islamic world.

Moving forward, in the 16th century, Ariyaan Quli Khan was a prominent military commander and statesman in the Safavid Empire. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the empire's territories, earning him a place in the annals of Persian history.

Lastly, in the 19th century, Ariyaan Nuri was a renowned Persian poet and writer. His poetic works, often imbued with mystical themes and spiritual insights, earned him a revered status among Persian literary circles.

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