Boy Name · Persian Origin
Arash
Arash — a boy name from the Persian tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Bright, truthful", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Arick is on your shortlist, Arash belongs in the same conversation.
Arash meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Bright, truthful
Origin: Persian naming roots help connect Arash to related Persian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Arash as A·R·A·S·H, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Arash is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Arash variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Arasha, Arashe, Arashy, Aras.
- Nicknames: Ara and A.
- Middle names: Pair Arash with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Arash middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Arick, Aries, Archie, Ares, Aric — full picks on the sibling names for Arash guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Arash? Browse our names like Arash guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Arash
What does the name Arash mean?
Arash means "Bright, truthful" and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of Arash?
Arash originates in Persian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Arash?
Arash has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Arash a boy's or girl's name?
Arash is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Arash in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Arash sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Arash?
Names that share Arash's sound and style include Arick, Aries, Archie, Ares, Aric.
What middle names pair well with Arash?
Good middle-name fits for Arash pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Arash is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Arash is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Arash?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Arash share its rhythm without rhyming — Arick, Aries, Archie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.