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Persian · Boy name

Shapur

“son of the king”

About the name Shapur

Shapur is a Persian name meaning ‘son of the king’. It has historical significance, as it was borne by several kings of the Sassanian Empire, notably Shapur I, who ruled in the 3rd century and is known for his military conquests and cultural achievements.

Meaning
son of the king
Origin
Persian
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
sha-POOR(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Shapur

  • Shapur Ali
  • Shapur Reza
  • Shapur Omid
  • Shapur Kian
  • Shapur Navid

Questions about Shapur

What does Shapur mean?
Shapur is a Persian name meaning "son of the king".
How do you pronounce Shapur?
Shapur is pronounced sha-POOR, with emphasis on the second syllable.

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