"son of a king, prince"
Origin: Persian
Language: Persian
Shehzad
A regal Persian name meaning born of a king
Persian
Pakistani
Indian
Muslim
Royal
Strong
Traditional
Elegant
Meaning & Origin
"born of royalty"
Origin: Persian/Urdu
Language: Urdu
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The Story of Shehzad
Shehzad (also spelled Shahzad) is a Persian name meaning 'born of a king' or 'prince.' It combines 'Shah' (king, from ancient Persian) with 'zad' (born of, son of). The title 'Shah' was used for Persian emperors and kings for millennia, from the Achaemenid empire through the Qajar dynasty. Shehzad carries the full weight of this royal Persian heritage, literally designating the bearer as royalty by birth.
Shehzad is a traditional name used throughout Iran, Pakistan, India, and other South Asian and Central Asian Muslim communities. It remains popular in Pakistani families and has maintained steady use across generations as a name that simultaneously honors Islamic cultural heritage and Persian linguistic tradition.
The Persian word 'Shah' (king) has one of the longest royal histories in the world, associated with Persian emperors dating back to Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BCE. Shehzad thus carries millennia of royal heritage. The feminine counterpart Scheherazade, the legendary storyteller of One Thousand and One Nights, shares the same 'zad' root.
Fun Facts
- Shahzad/Shehzad literally translates to 'prince' — born of a Shah (king)
- The female version Scheherazade, from One Thousand and One Nights, shares the same Persian 'zad' root meaning born of
Shehzad in Other Languages
Urdu
شہزاد (Shehzad)
Hindi
शहज़ाद
Arabic
شهزاد
Persian
شهزاد (Shahzad)
Popularity Over Time
#5,641
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Shehzad
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Shahzad Roy
Musician
1977
Pakistani pop singer and philanthropist known for education advocacy
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Scheherazade Fictional
Other
The legendary female storyteller of One Thousand and One Nights, sharing the Persian 'zad' root — a symbol of wit and na...
The legendary female storyteller of One Thousand and One Nights, sharing the Persian 'zad' root — a symbol of wit and narrative power
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,641
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- Persian Pakistani Indian Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Sheh
Zad
Shah
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shehzad
What does the name Shehzad mean?
"son of a king, prince" (from Persian). "born of royalty" (from Persian/Urdu). Shehzad (also spelled Shahzad) is a Persian name meaning 'born of a king' or 'prince.' It combines 'Shah' (king, from ancient Persian) with 'zad' (born of, son of). The title 'Shah' was used for Persian emperors and kings for millennia, from the Achaemenid empire through the Qajar dynasty. Shehzad carries the full weight of this royal Persian heritage, literally designating the bearer as royalty by birth.
What is the origin of the name Shehzad?
Shehzad has Persian, Persian/Urdu, Pakistani, Indian, and Muslim origins. In Persian, it means "son of a king, prince". In Persian/Urdu, it means "born of royalty".
Is Shehzad a boy or girl name?
Shehzad is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Shehzad?
Shehzad is currently ranked #5641 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shehzad?
Common nicknames for Shehzad include Sheh, Zad, and Shah.
What are good middle names for Shehzad?
Popular middle name pairings include Shehzad Ali, Shehzad Khan, Shehzad Hassan, Shehzad Raza, Shehzad Ahmed, and Shehzad Malik.
What are good sibling names for Shehzad?
Names that pair well with Shehzad as siblings include Zara, Fatima, Omar, Ayesha, Bilal, and Nadia.
How many syllables does Shehzad have?
Shehzad has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shehzad a common or rare name?
Shehzad is an uncommon name, ranked #5641 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Shehzad
Shehzad is a boy name with Persian, Pakistani, Indian, and Muslim origins . The name means "son of a king, prince" in Persian .
Shehzad is currently ranked #5,641 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Shehzad has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shehzad include Sheh, Zad, and Shah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.