Sohrob
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Sohrob is a boy’s name of Persian origin, meaning “Sohrob, also spelled Sohrab, is a Persian name meaning 'red water' or 'shining' or 'illustrious'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2000.
What Sohrob Means
“Sohrob, also spelled Sohrab, is a Persian name meaning 'red water' or 'shining' or 'illustrious'.”
The Story of Sohrob
Imagine a name born from ancient Persian legends, a name that echoes with the vibrant color of life and the gleam of renown.
Sohrob, also spelled Sohrab, emerges from the rich tapestry of Persian culture. Its etymology suggests powerful imagery, translating to 'red water' or carrying connotations of being 'shining' and 'illustrious'. This name has traveled through centuries, whispered in tales of heroes and scholars.
This is a name for a son you envision embodying courage and brilliance. You see him as a beacon of integrity, someone whose presence illuminates every room and whose actions inspire those around him.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Sohrab Sepehri
Influential Iranian poet and painter.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#8 in 2000
Total Births
15
First Recorded
1996
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