Find out how popular the first name Ferman has been for the last 49 years (from 1974 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ferman by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Ferman is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ferman.

The history of the first name Ferman

The given name Ferman is believed to have originated from the Persian language. It is derived from the Old Persian word "ferman," which means "command" or "decree." This name dates back to ancient Persia, which is now modern-day Iran, and it was likely associated with individuals who held positions of authority or were issued with royal decrees.

During the Achaemenid Empire (550-330 BCE), the term "ferman" was commonly used in official documents and royal proclamations. It is possible that the name Ferman was given to individuals who were tasked with delivering or executing these decrees. However, there is limited historical evidence of specific individuals bearing this name during that era.

The earliest recorded example of the name Ferman can be found in the writings of Persian poets and scholars from the 10th to 12th centuries CE. One notable figure was Ferman Kashi, a renowned Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 11th century. His poetry and literary works contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of the Persian language and culture.

In the 16th century, during the Safavid Dynasty in Persia, the name Ferman gained popularity among the nobility and royal court. One prominent individual was Ferman Khan, a governor and military commander who served under Shah Abbas I (1588-1629). Ferman Khan played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Safavid Empire.

Another historical figure bearing the name Ferman was Ferman Ali Pasha, an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who lived in the 18th century. He served as the Grand Vizier (prime minister) of the Ottoman Empire from 1770 to 1771 and played a significant role in the modernization efforts of the Ottoman state.

In the 19th century, Ferman Ismail Pasha was a prominent Egyptian statesman and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Egypt from 1865 to 1866. He was instrumental in implementing economic and administrative reforms during the reign of Khedive Ismail Pasha.

While the name Ferman has its roots in ancient Persia, it has been adopted and used across various cultures and regions influenced by Persian civilization, including parts of Central Asia, the Middle East, and the Ottoman Empire.

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