Behzad

The Persian first name Behzad is composed of the elements beh (به), meaning 'good' or 'excellent', and the suffix -zâd (زاد), which stands for 'child' or 'son of'. Thus, the name Behzad can be interpreted as 'from a good family', 'of noble origin', or simply as 'the well-born'.

What does the name Behzad mean?

The name Behzad, a common boy's name in Persian-speaking areas, especially in Iran, is composed of the Persian words beh (به) for 'good, excellent' and -zâd (زاد) for 'child' or 'son of'. In free translation, Behzad means 'from a good family', 'of noble descent', or 'the well-born'.

Where does the name Behzad come from?

Behzad is a male first name of Persian origin, whose meaning encompasses 'from a good family' or 'the well-born'.

How do you pronounce Behzad?

The pronunciation of Behzad is two syllables with clear emphasis. The name is typically pronounced as 'Beh-zad' [bɛhˈzaːd], starting with an open E sound that ensures clarity. The voiced Z in the second syllable adds energy to the sound. The final consonant provides a stable closure. Behzad radiates strength and self-confidence and is both distinctive and sonically impressive.

Popularity

In Germany, Behzad is a widely used first name, currently ranking 4,024th among the most common male baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2011 at 2,275th place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 50 times, placing it at 3,501st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,943rd.

Famous people

• Behzad Homami (Persian author)