Soroosh
A Persian name meaning "angel of music and poetry".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Soroosh. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Soroosh today is around 36 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Soroosh births was 1989 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Soroosh. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Soroosh. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1989
6 babies that year
Average age
36
years old
1989 SSA rank
#7,779
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Soroosh: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Soroosh by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Soroosh during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Soroosh
The name Soroosh is derived from the Persian language and has its roots in ancient Iranian culture and mythology. It is believed to have originated from the Middle Persian word "Sraosha," which was the name of a Zoroastrian deity associated with obedience, prayer, and the preservation of rituals.
The earliest known references to the name Soroosh can be found in the Avesta, the primary collection of sacred texts of Zoroastrianism, which dates back to around the 6th century BCE. In these texts, Sraosha is depicted as a powerful yazata (divine being) who helps protect the world from the forces of evil and ensures the triumph of truth and justice.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Soroosh was a Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 10th century CE. Known as Soroosh-e Isfahani, he was renowned for his mastery of the Persian language and his contributions to the advancement of literature and poetry during the Samanid era.
Another notable figure in history associated with the name Soroosh was Soroosh Kasmai, a prominent Iranian poet and philosopher who lived during the 11th century CE. He was known for his literary works, which often explored themes of spirituality, ethics, and the human condition.
In the 13th century, Soroosh Ispahani was a celebrated Persian physician and philosopher. He made significant contributions to the field of medicine and wrote extensively on topics ranging from philosophy to astronomy.
During the 16th century, Soroosh Khani was a renowned Persian calligrapher and artist. His exquisite calligraphic works, which often featured intricate designs and ornate patterns, were highly sought after and admired throughout the Persian Empire.
Soroosh Safavi, born in 1611, was a influential Persian statesman and military commander who played a crucial role in the consolidation of the Safavid dynasty in Iran. He was known for his strategic acumen and his unwavering loyalty to the Safavid cause.
Throughout the centuries, the name Soroosh has maintained its significance and cultural relevance in Persian-speaking regions, with its roots deeply embedded in ancient Iranian mythology and literature. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region and the lasting impact of the Zoroastrian faith.
People
Soroosh + last name combinations
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FAQ
Soroosh: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Soroosh?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Soroosh going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Soroosh a common name?
We classify Soroosh as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Soroosh most popular?
The single biggest year for Soroosh was 1989, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Soroosh is about 36 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Soroosh in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Soroosh a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Soroosh in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Soroosh still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Soroosh in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Soroosh can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Soroosh?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Soroosh on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.