Arash
Arash is a boys' name of Persian origin meaning “hero, bright, truthful.” One of the most beloved names in Persian mythology, Arash-e Kamangir (Arash the Archer) is the legendary hero who shot…
how do you pronounce Arash?
ah-RAHSH
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what does Arash mean?
The name Arash means “hero, bright, truthful.” It comes from the Persian language tradition.
One of the most beloved names in Persian mythology, Arash-e Kamangir (Arash the Archer) is the legendary hero who shot an arrow to determine the border between Iran and Turan, sacrificing his life force in the effort. The name symbolizes sacrifice for one's homeland and supernatural strength.
where does the name Arash come from?
Wikipedia identifies Arash, or Arash the Archer, as a heroic archer-figure in Iranian mythology; it does not give a literal breakdown of the name's meaning, so the bright or truthful gloss given elsewhere is not confirmed here, and the vivid details of the border-defining arrow-shot and sacrifice mentioned in the existing note aren't covered by this source either.
who are famous people named Arash?
- Arash the Archer (hero of Persian mythology)
- Arash (Swedish-Iranian singer)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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