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Khusro

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Meaning

King

Linguistic Origin

Persian

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

South Asia

Global Spellings

Arabic خسرو
Urdu خسرو
Persian خسرو
Turkish Hüsro
Bengali খুসরো
Pashto خسرو

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Khusro is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'King', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Persian culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Khusro is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Khusro, like Khosrow, is a Persian royal name borne by several Sassanid emperors, and by the celebrated poet Amir Khusro.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Persian خسرو (Khosrow), the great Sasanian royal name - borne in the Islamic era by the poet Amir Khusrau of Delhi.

Notable Historical Usage

Khusro is the name of Amir Khusrau (1253-1325 CE), the poet and musician of Delhi, disciple of Nizamuddin Auliya and a founder of the qawwali tradition.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across Persian- and Urdu-speaking Muslim communities.