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Rustam

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Meaning

Hero, strong man

Linguistic Origin

Persian

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Central Asia

Global Spellings

Arabic رستم
Urdu رستم
Persian رستم
Turkish Rüstem
Bengali রুস্তম
Pashto رستم

Alternate Spellings

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

Pronounced as Rustam, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Rustam is the greatest hero of Persian mythology, the central figure of many tales in the Shahnameh.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Persian رستم (Rustam), the greatest hero of the Shahnameh, famed for his seven labors and his tragic duel with his son Sohrab.

Notable Historical Usage

Rostam is the greatest hero of the Shahnameh, whose seven labours and unwitting killing of his own son form the centre of the epic.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across Persian- and Central Asian Muslim communities.