Sepideh first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Sepideh has been for the last 10 years (from 1980 to 1989) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Sepideh

A Persian feminine name signifying "Venus", the ancient planet-goddess.

Popularity of Sepideh by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Sepideh is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1989, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sepideh.

Year Male Count Female Count
1989 0 6
1987 0 6
1982 0 6
1980 0 7

The history of the first name Sepideh

Sepideh is a Persian name with roots dating back to ancient Iran. It is derived from the Persian word "sepid," meaning "white" or "pure." The name is believed to have originated in the regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.

In ancient Persian literature, the name Sepideh is often associated with concepts of purity, innocence, and beauty. It is mentioned in various Persian mythological tales and poetic works, although specific references are difficult to pinpoint due to the oral nature of these traditions in early times.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Sepideh was a 9th-century Persian poet from Khorasan, known as Sepideh Neyshaburi. She was renowned for her eloquent verses and is considered one of the first notable female poets in Persian literature.

During the Seljuk Empire (11th-12th centuries), Sepideh was a relatively common name among the nobility and upper classes of Persian society. One prominent figure was Sepideh Khatun, the daughter of Sultan Mahmud II of Ghazni, who lived in the late 11th century.

In the 13th century, Sepideh Baghdadi was a renowned calligrapher and artist from Baghdad, known for her intricate and beautiful calligraphic works.

Another notable figure with the name Sepideh was Sepideh Gilani, a 16th-century Persian mystic and poet from Gilan, who wrote extensively on Sufism and spiritual enlightenment.

During the Safavid dynasty (16th-18th centuries), the name Sepideh gained popularity among the Persian aristocracy and literary circles. Sepideh Banu Begum, a 17th-century princess and patron of the arts, was a prominent figure during this period.

Throughout history, the name Sepideh has been associated with beauty, purity, and literary excellence in Persian culture. It has been borne by poets, artists, nobility, and mystics, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Persian world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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