Kurdish Boy Names

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Aad	Ancient Kurdish / Avestan	Signifies an island or land surrounded by water. Historically associated with the god of strength and wind; acts as a prefix in old Kurdish dialects.
Aar	Avestan / Kalhori	Root meaning "fire" and "pure." Historically used as a prefix honoring sacred elements. In Kalhori, it can signify majestic light skin or pain and suffering.
Aavin	Kurdish (Unisex)	Represents the indestructible nature of strong love and emotional fortitude.
Aban	Zoroastrian / Persian	Refers to the month when rain restarts; historically the guardian angel of water and fairies in Zoroastrian cosmology.
Abasa	Kurdish / Sassanid	Translates to "like this." Historically the name of a writer (Mirza) for Shapur I, and a Kurdish tribe in the Qamishli region.
Abur	Kurdish	Signifies livelihood, wealth formation, and the successful organization of finances.
Adad	Ancient Babylonian/Kurdish	The name of a historical ruler of the ancient Kurdish Lolo tribe; utilized as a surname for the chief of the Nasiko tribe in 881 AD.
Adan	Kurdish	Meaning a noble man or one who is created; highly associated with fertile and fruitful lands.
Adar	Assyrian / Kurdish	The month of March; a symbol of the arrival of spring, agricultural renewal, and the New Year.
Adgar	Kurdish	Signifies completion, stepping forward successively, or a repetitive, methodical approach to life.
Adiabn	Ancient Median	An ancient regional name utilized from the Medes to the Sassanid eras for the northern cities of Zakho, Duhok, and Akre.
Adinan	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after a village situated in the Saqqez region of East Kurdistan.
Aevin	Kurdish (Unisex)	A variant of Evin, signifying strong, enduring love and emotional connection.
Afran	Kurdish	A noble man, or one who is divinely created.
Afrîn	Kurdish Toponymic	Associated with the Afrin region in Western Kurdistan (Rojava), symbolizing regional heritage and agricultural wealth.
Agah	Kurdish	One who is deeply aware, conscious, or highly informed.
Agir / Agirî	Kurdish / Kurmanji	Meaning fire; symbolizes passion, life force, and the ancient Zoroastrian sacred flame.
Agrîn	Kurdish	Translates to "fiery"; represents a passionate, unyielding, and fierce personality.
Ajar	Kurdish	Signifies a sprout or a new shoot, representing youthful growth and life.
Ajda	Kurdish	Means "sprout" or "returning visitor." Connotes the cyclical nature of life, agriculture, and lunar phases.
Ajeng	Kurdish	Indicates a specific cultural identifier or nature-based given name.
Akam	Kurdish	Translates directly to "result." Also signifies striking power, inner life, and the manifestation of love.
Akar	Kurdish	Refers to behavior, character, or the righteous path one takes in life.
Ako	Kurdish	Means "Lutke" (peak or summit); represents reaching the highest point of a mountain or career.
Akrê	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the ancient, mountainous city of Akre in South Kurdistan.
Ala	Kurdish	Translates to "flag" or "banner"; a profound symbol of national pride and freedom.
Alaan	Kurdish (Unisex)	Means a little rock, a handsome boy, or an honored flag bearer.
Alacan	Kurdish	A compound name translating to "life-flag," symbolizing the vital, life-or-death importance of one's homeland.
Alan	Kurdish / Historical	A widespread historical name representing ancient tribal ties and geographic belonging within the region.
Alaz	Kurdish	Signifies deep intention, deliberate purpose, or a calculated aim.
Alîkar	Kurdish	Means helper or assistant; denotes one who aids his community and family.
Alwan	Kurdish	Colorful or diverse; reflecting vibrancy and artistic nature.
Amajgar	Kurdish	Translates to "a sound advisor" or a wise counselor capable of leading others.
Amanc / Amanj	Kurdish	Means aim, target, or goal; reflects a driven, highly ambitious, and focused nature.
Amed / Ameda	Kurdish Toponymic	Refers to the ancient city of Amed (Diyarbakir). Ameda specifically means "Prince of Diyarbakir".
Amez	Kurdish	Translates to "hug" or "embrace," denoting warmth, hospitality, and affection.
Amêdî	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the historically significant and ancient town of Amedi in the Duhok Governorate.
Amiri	Arabic influence / Kurdish	Means kingdom, royal, prince, or the tree top; adopted into Kurdish nomenclature.
Amojgar	Kurdish	A variant of Amajgar; meaning teacher, counselor, or trusted advisor.
Amraz	Kurdish	Translates to target or tool; heavily utilized in Kurdish despite its Arabic origin related to afflictions.
Amûd	Kurdish	Means pillar or column; structurally solid and dependable.
Ara	Kurdish	One who is strong, highly opinionated, and steadfast in their beliefs.
Aram	Kurdish	Signifies a patient, calm person. Also implies an elevated, splendid, and glittering fortress.
Aran	Kurdish	Refers to the plains or a geographically warm, welcoming region.
Ararat	Kurdish Toponymic	The name of Mount Ararat (Aghridagh). Etymologically derived from "Ar" (fire) and "Awir" due to its volcanic nature.
Aras / Araz	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the Aras river or Mount Araz. Symbolizes a balanced eagle and environmental equilibrium.
Ardan	Kurdish	Denotes geographical features, expansive lands, or territories.
Ardalan / Erdelan	Kurdish Historical	Name of a prominent Kurdish vassaldom and royal dynasty. Means "noble" or "lion on the earth".
Ardi / Arêz	Kurdish	Mountain-dwelling, or deeply associated with the earth and alpine environments.
Areen / Arîn	Kurdish	Meaning fiery, passionate, or deeply related to the ancient Aryans.
Arhat	Kurdish	Meaning the one who has arrived, or possessing significant moral merit.
Arî	Kurdish	Signifies Aryan, noble, or of high birth.
Arîman	Kurdish	Signifies a wish, a deep thought, or philosophical conceptualization.
Ariyan / Aryan	Kurdish	Denoting Indo-Iranian or Aryan ethnolinguistic heritage.
Arjîn	Kurdish	Translates to the fire of life; denotes a passionate, vibrant existence.
Arjen	Kurdish	A fire starter or one who ignites a flame, either literally or metaphorically.
Armanc	Kurdish	A widespread variant of Amanc, meaning a life's goal or target.
Artîn	Kurdish	Translates directly to flame; radiating heat and light.
Artûş	Kurdish	An ancient name likely associated with structural strength or specific tribal lineages.
Arûn / Arûng	Kurdish	Variations of names denoting mountain peaks or a fiery, ambitious nature.
Asan	Kurdish	Means easy, peaceful, or living an unburdened life.
Asê	Kurdish	Fortified, protected, or inaccessible, much like a mountain fortress.
Asin	Kurdish	Translates to iron; symbolizing unbreakable physical and mental strength.
Aso	Kurdish	Translates to "horizon," representing the future, the break of dawn, and a safe passage.
Asos	Kurdish Toponymic	The name of a high, prominent mountain in the Kurdistan region.
Aşid / Aşina	Kurdish	Familiar, well-known, or bringing a sense of peace to a community.
Aştî / Aştîxwaz	Kurdish	Translates to peace, or a peacemaker/pacifist who seeks harmony.
Aşûr	Kurdish Historical	Associated with the ancient Assyrian heritage intertwined with Kurdish geography.
Aşvan	Kurdish Occupational	A miller; an occupational name representing hard work and agrarian life.
Astû	Kurdish	A historical name denoting strength or pillars of a community.
Ava	Kurdish	Meaning water or the foundation of civilization.
Avan	Kurdish	Meaning prosperous, flourishing, or deeply relating to water sources.
Avdar	Kurdish	Represents the month of March; also translates to strong, mighty, or well-watered.
Avdel / Avdî	Kurdish	A variant indicating a servant or one who worships (conceptually similar to the Arabic Abdul).
Avî	Kurdish	Watery, related to rivers, lakes, or torrential rain.
Avşîn	Kurdish	Meaning water-blue or a pristine drop of water.
Avyar	Kurdish Occupational	A waterer; one who tends to agricultural fields and irrigation.
Avzer	Kurdish	Translates to golden water, symbolizing precious resources.
Avzêl / Avzen	Kurdish	A swimmer, or an individual related to deep, navigable waters.
Awar / Aware	Kurdish	Meaning wanderer, refugee, or a traveler living a nomadic lifestyle.
Awat	Kurdish	Translates to hope, a deep wish, or a lifelong desire.
Awdar	Kurdish	Irrigated, lush, and highly fertile.
Awdil	Kurdish	A variant of Adil; meaning fair, honest, and one who acts justly in all matters.
Awedan	Kurdish	Populated, civilized, thriving, or highly developed.
Awir	Kurdish	Signifying fire or a spark of inspiration.
Awreng	Kurdish	Splendor, brilliance, or an undeniable aura of greatness.
Axa	Kurdish Title	Meaning Lord, master, or chief (a variant spelling of Agha).
Aza	Kurdish	Translates directly to brave, fearless, and highly courageous.
Azad / Azaad	Kurdish / Persian	Means free, liberated, and fiercely independent.
Azî	Kurdish	An affectionate diminutive or localized variant of Azad.
Azwer	Kurdish	Translates to proud, prideful, and holding one's head high.

Section B: Nature, Weather Systems, and Tribal Lineage

The 'B' section of Kurdish names demonstrates a deep, enduring affinity with weather patterns and seasonal shifts. The recurring presence of the root Ba- (wind) and Bar- (rain) indicates an agrarian and pastoral society profoundly connected to the atmospheric conditions of the Zagros Mountains. Additionally, prominent tribal names begin to appear in this section, functioning as powerful genealogical markers.

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Baban	Kurdish Tribal	Refers to home or family. The name of a historical tribe and powerful Kurdish principality situated between Sharazur and Ardalan.
Babîr / Babûr	Kurdish	Refers to a grandfather, a wise elder, or symbolically to a leopard/tiger.
Baçîn	Kurdish	One who harvests, or an individual who interacts closely with the wind.
Bad / Bada / Bado	Kurdish	Historic names; Bada refers to wine, while Bado is an affectionate diminutive often denoting joy.
Badil	Kurdish	Meaning heart of the wind, or sharing a synchronized heart.
Badîn	Kurdish Toponymic	Deeply associated with the Badinan region of South Kurdistan.
Badran	Kurdish	Refers to the specific night when the full moon appears, symbolizing illumination in darkness.
Bager / Bagerd	Kurdish	Meaning hurricane, blizzard, or an unstoppable winter storm.
Bagir / Bagok	Kurdish	Names associated with sweeping winds, towering mountains, and high alpine terrains.
Baha / Baho	Kurdish	Meaning price, immense value, or inherent strength.
Bahoz	Kurdish	Translates to strong winds, a tornado, or a fierce, destructive storm.
Baize	Kurdish (Unisex)	Translates to a falcon or hawk, emphasizing predatory speed and keen vision.
Bajen	Kurdish	Denotes a specific cultural identifier associated with movement or wind.
Bakûr	Kurdish Geographic	Translates to the North; heavily associated with Northern Kurdistan.
Bala / Balaban	Kurdish	Bala means high or supreme; Balaban refers to a large bird of prey or someone of high stature.
Balber / Baldar	Kurdish	Associated with wings, flight, and far-reaching ambition.
Balisan	Kurdish Toponymic	A high place full of prosperity; specifically, a well-known village near Erbil.
Balî / Balîxan	Kurdish	Names denoting high status, supreme height, or a superior vantage point.
Bana / Baniya	Kurdish	Bana means to become deeply attached; Baniya translates to a high plain or elevated plateau.
Bangîn	Kurdish	The one who calls out, a herald, or a vocal leader.
Banî	Kurdish	Meaning the highest point or the upper echelon.
Bapîr	Kurdish	Translates to grandfather; a title of ultimate respect for family patriarchs.
Baram	Kurdish / Persian	The Kurdish variant of Bahram, meaning highly victorious and triumphant.
Baran	Kurdish / Persian	Means rain or water drops from clouds; a highly popular name denoting life-giving sustenance.
Baraw	Kurdish	Rainwater or a highly irrigated, fertile agricultural area.
Bareş / Bargiran	Kurdish	Bareş means the north wind; Bargiran signifies a heavy load or a highly dignified person carrying societal weight.
Barhan	Kurdish Tribal	The name of a prominent Kurdish tribe located near Diyarbakir.
Barî	Kurdish	Relates to falling (like heavy rain) or refers to the divine creator.
Barin	Kurdish	Signifies rain, the sun, a well, or a noble fighter.
Barnas	Kurdish	A connoisseur of people, or a natural sociologist who understands human behavior.
Barsaz	Kurdish	One who creates, prepares, or establishes foundations.
Barzan / Barzani	Kurdish Toponymic	Means a high place; historically the residence of the prominent Barzan tribe north of the Great Zab river.
Basak	Kurdish Toponymic	A historical village located on the slopes of Mount Kazhaw near Barzanja.
Basam / Başin	Kurdish	Denoting a smiling visage (Basam) or something good and pure (Başin).
Bashik	Kurdish Toponymic	"Holy House"; an ancient Kurdish town east of Mosul populated by diverse ethnic groups.
Batas	Kurdish Toponymic	Derived from "Bayt" (god) and "As" (center), meaning the center of the god. A village near Harir.
Batman	Kurdish Toponymic	An ancient measurement of weight; a town in the Diyarbakir province, and a village in Kamyaran.
Bavl	Avestan / Kurdish	Derived from "Pavr." Means waterfall, lake, or a continuous natural spring.
Bawan	Kurdish Tribal	Refers to the wife's family or origins. A historically famous tribe that founded the city of Sulaimani.
Bawer / Bawerd	Kurdish	Meaning deep belief, unwavering trust, or religious faith.
Baxewan	Kurdish Occupational	A gardener; one who meticulously tends to nature and cultivation.
Bayiz	Kurdish	Refers to the autumn season, a time of harvest and transition.
Baz / Baaz	Kurdish	Translates directly to Falcon; implies sharp vision, predatory speed, and high intelligence.
Bazan / Bazî / Bazo	Kurdish	Grammatical variations and affectionate diminutives of Baz (Falcon).
Bazît / Baziyan / Bazyan	Kurdish Toponymic	Strongly associated with the Baziyan region and its strategic mountain passes.
Bêbak / Bêbaş	Kurdish	Utilizing the Bê- prefix (without). Bêbak means completely fearless or without dread.
Bêcan / Bêdad	Kurdish	Soulless (often used poetically to describe immense sorrow) or without justice.
Bêdar / Bêdeng	Kurdish	Sleepless or highly vigilant (Bêdar) and silent or intensely quiet (Bêdeng).
Bedlîs	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the historic, culturally rich city of Bitlis in North Kurdistan.
Behat / Behêz	Kurdish	Behat means arriving or destiny; Behêz means incredibly powerful, strong, and physically wise.
Bêhawta	Kurdish	Meaning utterly unique, unmatched, or without parallel.
Behdîn / Behmen	Kurdish	Behdîn relates to the pure religion (Zoroastrianism); Behmen means an avalanche or possessing a good mind.
Behoş / Behram	Kurdish	Behoş means highly intelligent; Behram refers to the planet Mars or one who is historically victorious.
Behremend	Kurdish	Exceptionally talented, gifted, or naturally skilled.
Behwan	Kurdish	A guardian or one who oversees.
Belên / Bêlîm	Kurdish	Belên translates to a solemn promise, pledge, or binding oath.
Benaw	Kurdish	Meaning nameless or famous, heavily dependent on regional pronunciation and context.
Betîn	Kurdish	Translates to warm, fervent, and deeply passionate.
Bilêse	Kurdish	A roaring flame, a blaze, or an uncontrollable fire.
Bilind	Kurdish	Meaning high, elevated, superior, or tall in physical stature.
Birûsk / Bruska	Kurdish	Translates to lightning or brilliantly shining. In modern Kurdish vernacular, it also means telegraph.
Birwa / Brwa	Kurdish	Translates to ideological belief, certainty, or profound faith in someone.
Biryar / Bryar	Kurdish	Means a definitive decision, a set condition, or a solemn promise.
Biwar	Kurdish	Meaning a passerby or one who is deeply associated with the passage of time.
Blîmet	Kurdish	Meaning a genius, or someone who is exceptionally intelligent and capable.
Botan	Kurdish Toponymic	A major river and a historical, highly influential principality in North Kurdistan.
Brzo	Kurdish / Turanian	Means "tall" as well as "smart and brave." Famously the name of Zoraw, son of the hero Rostam.

Section C & Ç: The Concept of Life and the Immortality of the Mountains

The letters C and Ç heavily feature the deeply emotional concept of Can (life or soul) and the foundational geographic anchor of the Çiya (mountain). These names often reflect the Kurdish philosophical stance that life is inextricably linked to the highlands.

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Cano	Kurdish	Derived from "Can" (Life), compounded with the diminutive "-o" for a boy. Symbolizes vitality and youth.
Cawîdan	Kurdish	Meaning eternal, immortal, or an everlasting legacy.
Celal	Arabic/Kurdish	The shining one or the great one. Deeply absorbed into Kurdish naming traditions over centuries.
Ceylant	Turkish/Kurdish	A surname utilized as a given name, meaning "gazelle," denoting grace and speed.
Çeko	Kurdish	An affectionate diminutive for a weapon bearer, or someone related to martial defense.
Çeman	Kurdish	Relates to flowing rivers, streams, or lush green meadows.
Cîhan	Kurdish / Persian	Meaning the universe or the entire world.
Çinar	Kurdish	The plane tree; a profound symbol of enduring strength, longevity, and deep geographic roots.
Ciwanî / Juwan	Kurdish (Unisex)	Translates directly to beauty, youthfulness, and physical attractiveness.
Çiya / Ciya	Kurdish (Unisex)	Translates to "Mountain." A profound cultural symbol representing victory, refuge, unyielding endurance, and homeland.
Comerd	Kurdish	Translates to generous, highly charitable, and chivalrous in character.
Çoman	Kurdish Toponymic	A major river and strategic border town located in the Erbil Governorate.

Section D: Justice, Destiny, and the Ancient Kings

Names beginning with the letter 'D' frequently touch upon concepts of law, administrative leadership, and the establishment of the ancient Median Empire, serving as a reminder of historical Kurdish sovereignty.

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Daban	Kurdish Toponymic	Refers to a specific, rugged geographical area located behind Mount Piramagrun near Sulaimani.
Dado	Kurdish	A descriptive name denoting someone who is inherently wise, quiet, and calm in demeanor.
Dajdar / Dazhdar	Kurdish	Possesses three distinct historical meanings: a firm supporter, a legal lawyer, or a castle guard.
Daksayan / Dakshan	Sanskrit influence / Kurdish	Meaning one who is brilliantly blessed with great knowledge, or Lord of Krishna.
Dallahu	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after a mountain in the Rezhaw region of East Kurdistan, near the sacred tomb of Bawa Yadgar.
Daner	Kurdish	Translates to a judge, magistrate, or a fair arbiter of the law.
Daniyar / Danyar	Kurdish	Means a highly wise, gracious Lord, or a continuously generous person.
Dara	Kurdish / Median	Means rich. Historically, the name of the son of Baram (King of Media), and an ancient Kurdish city between Mardin and Nusaybin.
Daristan	Kurdish	Translates to forest, woods, or an untamed jungle.
Daryan	Kurdish / Persian	Means prince, reigning monarch, or one who is profoundly gifted and wise.
Dashamaya / Dashan	Intercultural / Kurdish	Meaning one who possesses immense power, or a ruler with undeniable style and grace.
Dasne	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after a specific, historically relevant village in the Sidakan region of South Kurdistan.
Dastan	Kurdish	Translates to an epic tale, an ancient myth, or a historical legend.
Daulat	Kurdish (Unisex)	Meaning immense fortune, accumulated wealth, and structural power.
Dêrsim	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the historic, mountainous, and deeply rebellious Dersim region (Tunceli) in North Kurdistan.
Desighan / Dishen	Intercultural	Referring to luminous light, or historically adopted names signifying brightness.
Destan	Kurdish	Meaning an oral legend, myth, ultimate destiny, or "by the still waters".
Dhisna / Digen	Intercultural	Digen signifies someone handsomely smart and highly attractive.
Dijan / Dwijain	Intercultural / Kurdish	Meaning big, large, or radiant like the moon.
Dildar	Kurdish	A compound utilizing "Dil" (heart); means lover or one firmly holding the heart.
Dilovan	Kurdish	Translates to deeply compassionate, highly merciful, and universally kind-hearted.
Dîmen	Kurdish	Translates to scenery, landscape, or a physically beautiful view.
Diyako	Median / Kurdish	Another name for Deioces. The founder of the dynasty and the first king of Media, prominently documented by the Greek historian Xenophon.
Diyari	Kurdish	Means a cherished gift, a souvenir, a spiritual offering, or a definitive sign.
Dllshad	Kurdish	Meaning fundamentally happy, glad, or possessing a consistently joyful heart.
Dllsher	Kurdish	A martial compound name meaning "brave heart"; someone possessing the raw courage of a lion.
Dozan	Kurdish	A relentless struggler, or the owner and defender of a highly just case.

Section E to G: The Light of Dawn, Mythological Heroes, and the Struggle

These letters encapsulate themes of transition—such as moving from night to day (Elend)—and invoke figures from deep Kurdish antiquity (Ferhad, Egîd) that represent sacrifice and unmatched heroism.

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Edgar	Kurdish	Meaning facial features, physical appearance, or a distinct visage.
Egîd	Kurdish	Translates directly to hero, champion, or an exceptionally brave frontline warrior.
Ejder	Turkish / Kurdish	Meaning dragon; symbolizes a serious, deeply thoughtful nature, immense bravery, and mythical protection.
Elend / Elind	Kurdish	Translates to dawn; the very first, piercing ray of the sun in the morning.
Erdelan / Ardalan	Kurdish Historical	Deeply associated with the royal Ardalan family and their vassaldom; signifies unyielding nobility and power.
Erdewan	Kurdish	A guardian of the earth, or one intrinsically connected to the agricultural soil.
Ewîndar	Kurdish	Translates to a lover, or one who is consumed by deep emotional affection.
Eylo / Helo	Kurdish	Translates to an eagle, signifying predatory bravery, dominance of high altitudes, and keen vision.
Ferhad / Ferhat	Kurdish / Persian	Means helper or Phraortes. Represents a famous mythological sculptor who miraculously carved a mountain solely for the love of Princess Shirin.
Ferid	Arabic / Kurdish	Meaning entirely unique or categorically unmatched in skill.
Ferman	Kurdish	Translates to a binding command, a strict order, or a royal decree.
Fîdan	Kurdish	A sapling or a young shoot, representing new generational growth.
Filipi	Greek / Kurdish	Meaning "lover of horses"; a surname frequently used as a given name.
Frado	Kurdish	Meaning the first, or one who has historically won great honors.
Gazî	Kurdish	Translates to a call, a desperate appeal, or a veteran warrior of many battles.
Goran	Kurdish Tribal	Means mountain, highlander, woodsman, or music. Refers to the major Gorani dialect and its associated tribal group.
Govend	Kurdish	Refers to the traditional communal Kurdish line dance, deeply symbolizing social unity and joy.
Guli	Kurdish / Persian	Meaning flower or rose; historically utilized as a surname to denote beauty, now often a given name.

Section H to K: Wisdom, Comradeship, and the Great Rebellions

Names in this segment highlight the critical importance of political alliances (Hawre), profound intelligence (Hêja, Jîr), and legendary figures who led historical rebellions against tyranny (Kawa).

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Haakim	Arabic / Kurdish	Meaning wise, a healer, a physician, or a sovereign ruler.
Hagen	Irish / Kurdish	Meaning youthful; adopted across diasporic lines.
Haizam	Arabic / Kurdish	Meaning boldly daring or completely fearless in the face of danger.
Halil / Xelil	Arabic / Kurdish	The utterly trustworthy one, or a friend who harbors true feelings.
Harun	Arabic / Kurdish	The Kurdish grammatical adaptation of Aaron; often associated with a mountainous figure.
Hasan / Hossein	Arabic / Kurdish	Meaning good, handsome, beautiful, or associated with songs of worship.
Hashami	Arabic / Kurdish	Referring to noble ancestry or the Banu Hashim clan.
Hawraz	Kurdish	A steep ascent, an uphill mountain path, or overcoming a major obstacle.
Hawre / Hawrê	Kurdish	Translates to comrade, close friend, or companion. Implies a highly lively, active individual.
Hêdî	Kurdish	Translates to calm, deliberate, slow, or exceedingly gentle in action.
Hêja	Kurdish	Meaning deeply knowledgeable, intrinsically valuable, or entirely worthy of respect.
Hejar	Kurdish	Means poor or destitute; famously utilized as the beloved pen name of the great Kurdish poet Abdurrahman Sharafkandi.
Helkewt	Kurdish	An occurrence, an accident, or an unexpected chance event.
Helmet	Kurdish	Translates to a fierce attack or a sudden, overwhelming charge in battle.
Hemin / Hêmin	Kurdish	Calm, highly tranquil, entirely peaceful, and untroubled by chaos.
Herdayal	Kurdish	Meaning the ultimate kindness and unwavering compassion of God.
Hermê	Kurdish	Translates directly to a pear, denoting agrarian sweetness.
Hêriş	Kurdish	Translates to a coordinated assault or a military attack.
Hestan	Kurdish	Derived geographically from Heston.
Hîwa	Kurdish	Translates directly and powerfully to "hope".
Hogir	Kurdish	A fervent supporter, an dedicated fan, or one who is deeply attached to a cause.
Homer	Kurdish	The localized Kurdish adaptation of the classical name Homer.
Hozan	Kurdish	A poem, singer, or a traveling minstrel. Deeply represents the oral traditions of Kurdish storytelling and historical preservation.
Ibrahem	Arabic / Kurdish	Father of many; a standard Islamic naming influence integrated into Kurdish society.
Ilya	Kurdish (Unisex)	Meaning immensely great, glorious, or "My God is Yahweh".
Iman	Arabic / Kurdish	Translates to religious faith or spiritual belief.
Inderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning the light of the Lord; utilized in diaspora communities.
Jabe	Kurdish	A shortened, highly affectionate diminutive form of Jaber.
Jaff	Kurdish Tribal	A cattle-breeder. The name of a massive, politically and economically famous Kurdish tribe in South Kurdistan and Iran.
Jamer	Kurdish	Meaning inherently brave and undeniably chivalric.
Jamur	Kurdish / Turkish	Originally the Kurdish "Charmu" (white), which was politically distorted to Jamur by Turkish authorities.
Jane	Kurdish	Derived from "Jan" as a method of showing deep, unwavering love and affection.
Jangawar	Kurdish	A seasoned warrior or a fierce, dedicated fighter.
Jangi / Jango	Kurdish	A fighter actively wanting to fight; symbolizing a highly combative, restless spirit.
Jano	Kurdish	An affectionate diminutive for "Jan" (beloved).
Jarê / Jawero	Kurdish	Traditional given names denoting specific regional characteristics.
Jatinderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning the pure, divine light of the Lord.
Jêhat	Kurdish	Exceptionally skillful, highly capable, or competent.
Jîlemo / Jîlwan	Kurdish	Traditional names often tied to nature or familial legacy.
Jîman / Jînda	Kurdish	Associated with the gift of life.
Jîr / Jîrê	Kurdish	Translates to exceedingly wise, highly intelligent, and deeply sensible.
Jîvîn / Jiwan	Kurdish	Names reflecting beauty or existence.
Jiyaan / Jiyan / Jiyar / Jîwar	Kurdish	Deeply intertwined concepts of life, living, near the heart, and advanced civilization.
Jorin	Kurdish	Translates to high, physically elevated, or highly precious.
Jupinderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning light associated with the recitation of God's name.
Jwan	Kurdish	A tryst; a highly secret rendezvous place where lovers historically met.
Kaban	Kurdish	Relates to the manager of a household, or historically, a chief cook.
Kajaw	Kurdish Toponymic	A mode of transport or deeply related to Mount Kazhaw.
Kal / Kaz	Kurdish	Shortened given names used in modern/diasporic settings.
Kardo / Kardux	Ancient Kurdish	Represents Corduene, the ancient Greco-Roman and historical name for the entire region of Kurdistan.
Karimi	Arabic / Kurdish	A popular surname derived from Karim, denoting generosity.
Karwan	Kurdish	Translates to a caravan; deeply symbolizing the historic nomadic trade routes through the Zagros Mountains.
Karzan	Kurdish	Meaning a true professional, an expert, or one who comprehensively knows their craft.
Kawa	Kurdish Mythological	Kaveh the Blacksmith; the legendary, foundational hero who led a massive rebellion against the tyrant Zahak. Also translates to Hawk.
Kayan / Keyan / Kiyan	Kurdish	Means a king, a supreme leader, high status, or ancient essence.
Kazan / Koban / Kobani / Korak	Kurdish Toponymic	Names heavily derived from prominent Kurdish cities and defensive strongholds.
Khaledian	Kurdish	A surname common in the Iranian Kurdistan province.
Khuresh	Kurdish	One who is exactly like the sun; radiant and life-giving.
Kit	Intercultural	Adopted short name.
Kovan	Kurdish	Meaning deep sorrow, collective grief, or a collection of memories.
Kul	Kurdish	A surname utilized as a given name, meaning flower.
Kurdê	Kurdish	Literally and proudly translates to "Kurdish".

Section L to N: Youth, Grandeur, and the Ancient Medes

This section is heavily populated by words denoting youthfulness, beauty (Lawin, Lewend), and the ancestral linkage to the Median Empire (Mado, Midiya), a constant source of historical pride for the Kurdish demographic.

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Lajin	Kurdish	An indigenous name denoting specific, highly localized regional characteristics.
Laser	Kurdish (Unisex)	Signifies a sudden flood, a roaring stream, or an unstoppable flow of water.
Laso / Lazo	Kurdish	Diminutive, highly affectionate expressions meaning "O boy" or "O young one".
Lava	Kurdish	Means deep healing, pleading, and praying. Also the name of a specific cave in the Hakkari region.
Lawan	Kurdish	The direct plural of "law," meaning the youth or the young ones of the tribe.
Lawin / Lawk	Kurdish	Means "young man." Lawk also refers to a free-rhythm, highly emotional epic Kurdish song form.
Lawko / Lawo	Kurdish	Affectionate, diminutive terms for a young boy or a developing teenage boy.
Lawzha	Kurdish	Translates to a melodic song or a beautiful piece of music.
Laylakh	Kurdish	A summer resort or a high, cool mountain pasture utilized for seasonal grazing.
Layro	Zazaki / Kurdish	Means a male baby, a son, or a beloved child in the Zazaki dialect.
Lewend	Kurdish	Translates specifically and flatteringly to a handsome boy.
Leylan	Kurdish (Unisex)	Means darkness, the deep night, a mirage, or fallow agricultural land.
Mado	Median / Kurdish	Derived from "Mad" (Medes) with the affectionate diminutive "o." Means "little Mad".
Mahmut	Arabic / Kurdish	The highly praised one.
Makwan	Kurdish Toponymic	A high, prominent, and geographically strategic mountain located in South Kurdistan.
Malat / Malmal	Kurdish	Refers to immense wealth, accumulated property, or vast livestock.
Mam	Kurdish Mythological	The legendary, tragic lover of Zeen in the epic classic Mam and Zeen.
Mandak	Median / Greek	The name of an ancient Median king uniquely known as Mandax by the Greeks.
Maninderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning light of the Lord of mind.
Mard	Kurdish	Rebellious, high, and risen. The ancient Greek name for Media and the ancestors of the Lors.
Mardîn	Kurdish Toponymic	A historic, culturally dense Kurdish city in Southeastern Turkey (Merdin). Means "dark red".
Martiya	Kurdish Historical	A fiercely rebellious Kurdish chieftain from Ilam who famously led an uprising against Darius (noted on Bestun Mountain).
Marwan	Kurdish Toponymic	"City of snakes" (Mar = snake). The ancient, original name for the city of Mariwan.
Mazar	Kurdish	The name of a highly strategic historical Medes general.
Mazin / Mazîn / Mazn	Kurdish	Means exceptionally great, or the chief of a tribe. Also a specific village in Wan.
Medya / Midiya	Median / Kurdish	The ancient land of the Medes; the foundational empire of Kurdish ancestry.
Meezan / Mîzan	Kurdish	Means perfect balance, precise weight, scales, or an exact measure.
Mêhvan	Kurdish	A guest; representing the utmost importance of Kurdish hospitality.
Mem / Memo	Kurdish	The central figure of Mem û Zîn; Memo is the highly affectionate diminutive utilized for young boys.
Mendo	Kurdish	A localized given name with ancient roots.
Merd / Merdan / Merdox	Kurdish	Translates to intensely chivalrous, highly generous, and traditionally manly.
Merîwan	Kurdish Toponymic	A major Kurdish city located in Western Iran (Meriwan).
Mêrxas	Kurdish	Meaning a fiercely brave, undeniably heroic man.
Metîn / Matin	Kurdish	Exceptionally wise, dignified, and exhibiting immaculate behavior. A mountain near Bamarni.
Meywan	Kurdish	Related to guests or gatherings.
Mezin	Kurdish	Great, vast, or elder.
Mîlan	Kurdish Tribal	A powerful Kurdish tribe located north of Khoy city.
Milet	Kurdish	Means the nation or the people.
Mîr / Mîran	Kurdish Title	A prince, a king, a commander, or the absolute elite. A short, definitive form of Amir.
Miraz	Kurdish	A deep wish, a lifelong desire, or a focused intention.
Mitradad	Median / Kurdish	Also Mehrdad; one of the historical shepherds for Astyages.
Mîro / Mîrxan / Mîrza / Mirzan	Kurdish Title	Variations and diminutives denoting royalty, princely status, and aristocratic bloodlines.
Mizgîn	Kurdish	Translates to fantastic good news, a highly happy message, or an evangel.
Mohammadi / Mohammed	Arabic / Kurdish	Praise or commendable. A deeply integrated Islamic name reflecting religious heritage.
Mukrî	Kurdish Tribal	Denotes affiliation with the Mukri tribe or the Mukriyan region.
Namo	Kurdish	Meaning a stranger or someone entirely unknown.
Narinderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning Kings lamp or the lamp of the King of men.
Navdar	Kurdish	Exceptionally famous, widely well-known, or highly renowned.
Nebez	Kurdish	Invincible, completely undefeated, or totally unconquerable.
Nihaan	Kurdish	Not accessible to normal view; completely hidden or final.
Nozer	Kurdish	A highly revered historical or mythological figure.

Section O to S: Protectors, Politicians, and Princes

This grouping heavily emphasizes structural leadership (Salar, Sardar), the nuance of diplomacy and politics (Ramyar), and the perilous reality of travel through the region (Rêbwar, Karwan).

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Olan	Kurdish	Grand, truly great, enormous, an echo, or a deep reflection.
Omêd	Kurdish	Translates beautifully to hope (similar to Umêd).
Pale	Kurdish Occupational	A dedicated worker or an agricultural reaper.
Parêz	Kurdish	A steadfast protector or an unyielding defender.
Pedrad	Persian / Kurdish	Means leader; utilized historically to identify vital community leaders.
Pejar	Kurdish	Translates to deeply sad, melancholic, or intensely thoughtful.
Peros	Kurdish	Translates to bounding enthusiasm and extreme zeal.
Pesar	Kurdish	A highly protective cave or natural shelter located in the mountains.
Pêşeng	Kurdish	The pioneer, the vanguard, or the absolute front-line leader.
Peyman	Kurdish	Meaning a solemn oath, a serious pledge, or a highly binding promise.
Piling	Kurdish	Means lion, tiger, or leopard; a potent symbol of apex physical strength.
Qareman	Kurdish	An ultimate champion or a highly celebrated hero.
Rabar	Kurdish	Meaning a definitive leader.
Rabun	Kurdish	To rise up, or to participate in an uprising/rebellion.
Radar	Kurdish	A newcomer, something completely fresh, or a total renovation.
Rado	Kurdish	To accurately interpret or to dutifully serve.
Radosa	Kurdish Toponymic	An old, historic village in the Van region, subjected heavily to political Turkification.
Rajan	Kurdish Historical	The esteemed grandfather of the prophet Zoroaster.
Rajinderdev	Intercultural	Meaning King Indra.
Raman	Kurdish	To deeply contemplate, forget, and focus. Also the name of a Kurdish tribe in Fars.
Ramtin	Kurdish Historical	A highly renowned harp player who served during the reign of Khosrow Parviz Sassanid.
Ramyar	Kurdish	Translates to a savvy politician or a highly skilled statesman.
Rashidi	Arabic / Kurdish	A surname denoting true faith, utilized frequently as a given name.
Ravinderdeep	Intercultural	Meaning Lord Sun.
Rebin / Rêbwar	Kurdish	A skilled path-finder, a passenger, or a frequent traveler.
Rêbaz	Kurdish	A strict method, a designated path, or a guiding doctrine.
Redan / Redar	Kurdish	Permission, armed road guards, or a highly permissive traveler.
Rekan	Kurdish	Translates to a runnel, a fast spring waterway, or a close companion.
Renas / Rênas	Kurdish	A trusted mentor, a pioneer, or an exceptionally knowledgeable guide.
Rihaan	Kurdish	A very good scent, an attractive fragrance, or sweet basil.
Rivin	Kurdish	Translates to a bright, dancing flame.
Rizgar	Kurdish	Meaning entirely saved, wholly freed, or politically liberated.
Roder	Kurdish	The brilliant sunrise or the stark break of dawn.
Rohat	Kurdish	Meaning "the sun has arrived" or "the much-anticipated day has come".
Roj / Rojan	Kurdish	Meaning the day or the sun; Rojan specifically signifies daily occurrence.
Rojyar / Royar	Kurdish	Meaning "where the sun reliably rises" or "a true friend of the sun".
Sadan	Kurdish	Happy, deeply sensible, highly prudent, completely reasonable, or a house.
Safin	Kurdish Toponymic	A very high, prominent mountain located behind Shaqlawa.
Sahin	Persian / Kurdish	A surname derived from Persian meaning hawk.
Sakar	Kurdish	Utterly pure, highly simple, and completely unblemished.
Salar	Kurdish Title	A definitive leader, a respected chieftain, or a powerful tribal chief.
Sama	Kurdish	A binding promise or a serious covenant.
Saman	Kurdish	Meaning immense wealth, vast money, and extensive property.
Samrand	Kurdish Toponymic	A strategically important mountain in East Kurdistan situated near Qandil.
Sangar	Kurdish	A deep trench, a fortified bunker, or absolute protection.
Santas	Median Historical	A fiercely loyal Median commander in charge of Cyrus the Achaemenid's vast infantry.
Sarbarz	Kurdish	Proud, deeply prideful, and one constantly holding their head high.
Sarbast	Kurdish	Meaning entirely free, completely unbound, or socially liberated.
Sardar / Serdar	Kurdish	The chief, the highly respected elder of a clan, or a supreme army commander.
Sardoris	Urartian / Kurdish	The celebrated first king of Urartu, an ancient and highly powerful Kurdish tribe.
Sarmad	Kurdish	The truly eternal one; entirely everlasting.
Savo	Kurdish	A beautiful, multi-colored flower naturally found in the Badinan region.
Sawa	Kurdish	A young toddler, or rapidly growing agricultural greenery.
Seyyed	Arabic / Kurdish	Lord or master; heavily integrated into Kurdish religious naming conventions.
Şadman	Kurdish	Exceptionally happy, deeply joyous, or perpetually cheerful.
Shaheen / Şahin	Kurdish / Persian	Falcon or hawk; denoting incredible swiftness and a predatory edge.
Sharifi	Arabic / Kurdish	A surname meaning wealthy, frequently used as a given name.
Şêrko	Kurdish	"Mountain lion" or a highly brave figure; famously the name of the legendary poet Sherko Bekas.
Şivan	Kurdish Occupational	A shepherd; very closely tied to the pastoral lifestyle and agrarian survival of the mountains.
Siler	Kurdish	Lilac, an expert rope maker, a deep scholar, or an awl pricker.
Simco / Smko	Kurdish	A diminutive for Ismail; meaning "one who harkens." Historically honors Smayil Agha Shkak, an iconic revolutionary leader.
Sirvan / Sirwan	Kurdish Toponymic	A massively flowing river in East Kurdistan. Also translates to the "new sun" or "rising sun".
Siwar / Swara	Kurdish	A highly skilled horse rider, a cavalryman, or a dominant equestrian master.
Siyaksar	Median Historical	A powerful Median king and absolute ruler from 624 AD.
Siyamand	Kurdish	Translates specifically to "the proud owner of the black horse".
Slovan	Kurdish Tribal	A specific, historically relevant tribe located in North Kurdistan.
Snur	Kurdish	The definitive border or the strict line dividing two separate lands.
Soran	Kurdish Tribal	A prince. Represents a major Kurdish dialect, a vast geographic region, and the people of Central Kurmanji.
Suleman	Arabic / Kurdish	A highly peaceful, deeply diplomatic man.

Section T to Z: Light, Storms, and the Zoroastrian Heritage

The final segment of the onomastic directory contains names that emphasize intellectual pursuit (Zana), survival against uncontrollable storms (Ziryan), and incredibly ancient religious roots (Zerdeşt).

Name	Linguistic Origin & Root	Meaning, Cultural Significance, and Translation
Taba	Kurdish	Meaning deeply peaceful or acting "with" others in total harmony.
Taha	Kurdish	Meaning entirely unique and incredibly rare.
Tajan / Tazhan	Kurdish	A thin branch, deep mourning, thoroughly ruined, or associated with destructive looting (Talan).
Tajdin / Tazhdin	Kurdish Literary	A legendary, immensely wealthy benefactor in Kurdish stories, specifically featured in the epic Mam and Zeen.
Takin	Kurdish Toponymic	Staying completely away; the name of a formidable mountain in North Kurdistan.
Tamar	Kurdish	Highly opaque, visually unclear, or deeply mysterious.
Tamo	Kurdish	A highly affectionate, shortened diminutive of Taymour.
Tamoura	Kurdish	An ancient musical instrument (body + mourning); the true linguistic root of the Persian tanbur.
Tanok	Kurdish	A sturdy fence or a highly protective hedge.
Tapo	Kurdish	A highly lucrative tax-free farm or an official property receipt.
Taro	Kurdish	A historically utilized, traditional Kurdish given name.
Taufiq	Arabic / Kurdish	Extremely good fortune and divine luck.
Tavan / Tavon	Kurdish	Nurturing spring rain, the ultimate ceiling, physically strong, or exceptionally healthy.
Tîrêj / Tîşk	Kurdish	A highly radiant, piercing ray of sunlight.
Umêd	Kurdish	Deep, unwavering hope in the face of adversity.
Wan	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the vast city and expansive lake of Van located in North Kurdistan.
Wirya / Wishyar	Kurdish	Highly conscious, fully awake, intensely vigilant, and completely alert.
Xabûr	Kurdish Toponymic	Named after the massive, life-giving Khabur river.
Xebat	Kurdish	Translates to an intense struggle, massive effort, or a prolonged political/social fight.
Xelat	Kurdish	A cherished gift, a high award, or an incredibly valuable prize.
Xelil	Kurdish	An utterly trustworthy, completely dependable friend.
Xoşnaw	Kurdish	A highly likeable name, or someone who is famously well-known.
Xuresh	Kurdish	One who is exactly like the sun; brilliant and life-giving.
Yado	Kurdish	A highly respected, historical Kurdish leader.
Yaran	Kurdish	A very close friend or an ultimate confidant.
Yezdanser	Kurdish	A powerful, awe-inspiring compound meaning "The absolute lion of God".
Yousefi	Persian / Kurdish	Meaning son of Joseph; a surname utilized heavily as a given name.
Zadin	Kurdish	An exceedingly old human who is exceptionally wise and deeply experienced in life.
Zagros	Kurdish Toponymic	The ancestral 1,000-kilometer mountain range of the Kurds; historically the unyielding home of the Zakrtis.
Zakhan	Kurdish	Refers to very hard, unbreakable stones, denoting unyielding physical resilience.
Zakho	Kurdish Toponymic	The historic, strategically vital city of Zakho located in Badinan, South Kurdistan.
Zal	Kurdish Mythological	A skilled rider or esteemed headman; the celebrated father of the legendary hero Rostam.
Zalko	Kurdish	The plural of Zal; denoting a formidable group of riders.
Zaman	Arabic / Kurdish	The definitive person of the era.
Zamand	Kurdish	The passage of time, a fierce storm, a strong seasonal wind, or expansive pastures full of plants.
Zana	Kurdish	A brilliant scientist, a deep intellectual, or someone who is profoundly wise.
Zandi	Persian / Kurdish	The ultimate defender of men.
Zaniyar	Kurdish	Highly knowledgeable, exceptionally informed, or intrinsically wise.
Zapan	Kurdish	The flowing branch of a river; also the smooth stones used by children playing on riverbanks.
Zaram	Kurdish	Meaning one in a thousand; a highly unique child.
Zarei	Persian / Kurdish	An occupational surname for a farmer, utilized as a given name.
Zarian / Zaryan	Kurdish (Unisex)	One who successfully finds gold, or an ambitious seeker of vast wealth.
Zaza	Kurdish Tribal	Meaning continuous movement. Also refers directly to the Zaza people and their highly distinct dialect.
Zerdeşt	Kurdish Historical	The great prophet Zoroaster, the legendary founder of Zoroastrianism.
Zîlan	Kurdish	An incredibly destructive storm or a fiercely violent wind.
Zîrek	Kurdish	Highly clever, extremely smart, or physically and mentally agile.
Ziryan	Kurdish	Meaning a fierce winter storm or a blinding blizzard; implies an absolutely unstoppable force.
Zoran	Kurdish	Translates to a Sultan, an absolute king, or one holding supreme, unchallenged power.