Manuchehr
/M-AE-N-UW-CH-EH-HH-R/
From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.
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Meaning & origin
Yes — Manuchehr is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.”. It also appears in Zoroastrian tradition.
Manuchehr is a boy's name of Persian origin, traditionally used in Muslim families. The name means "From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored." and belongs to the Courage cluster — names for children who will grow into bold, fearless hearts.
Beyond its Muslim heritage, Manuchehr is also used in Zoroastrian traditions, reflecting how this name has traveled across cultures.
Common among Other, Persian families, Manuchehr carries cultural weight that goes beyond its dictionary definition — it's a name with a story and a community.
Manuchehr's roots in Arabic & Islamic tradition
Manuchehr carries meaning rooted in Arabic and the wider Islamic tradition (Persian) — “From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.”. Many Muslim families weigh a name's root meaning and the values it carries.
NameRoot shows you the depth. See Manuchehr's Arabic roots, the values it carries, and how it scores for your family.
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Numerology assigns each name a single-digit destiny number by summing its letter values. Different schools use different mappings — NameRoot computes both so you can see how Manuchehr resonates in either tradition.
Manuchehr's destiny number is 1 — but a number only matters in context. The app matches it to your family's own numbers for a real compatibility read. See Manuchehr's full reading →
Does Manuchehr go with your family's names?
Manuchehr breaks into 8 sounds: /M-AE-N-UW-CH-EH-HH-R/. The real test isn't how it sounds alone — it's how it sounds beside the names already in your family: yours, your partner's, and any brothers or sisters. NameRoot scores that harmony, so Manuchehr sits naturally next to a Mum and Dad like Michael & Anna, or a big sister named Gianna — no awkward clashes, no two names that blur together. Hear Manuchehr beside your family's names →
Nicknames
Common affectionate forms of Manuchehr — useful for everyday family conversation, early childhood, or as standalone given names themselves.
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Common questions about Manuchehr
What does the name Manuchehr mean?
Manuchehr means "From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.." It is a boy name of Persian origin, traditionally used in Muslim families.
Is Manuchehr a boy or girl name?
Manuchehr is most commonly used as a boy name.
What is the origin of the name Manuchehr?
Manuchehr is of Persian origin, used in Muslim, Zoroastrian traditions, commonly among Other, Persian families.
Is Manuchehr a Muslim name?
Yes. Manuchehr is a boy name traditionally used in Muslim families, of Persian origin. It also appears in Zoroastrian tradition.
What does Manuchehr mean in Persian?
Manuchehr originates from Persian, where it means "From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.."
What are common nicknames for Manuchehr?
Common short forms of Manuchehr include Manu, Mani.
What is the numerology of Manuchehr?
Manuchehr has a Pythagorean destiny number of 1 — leadership and pioneering spirit.
Is Manuchehr an Islamic name?
Yes. Manuchehr is an Arabic boy name meaning "From Old Persian Manu-chithra, meaning of the seed (or lineage) of Manu — compounded from Manu (the primordial ancestor figure of Iranian tradition) and chithra (seed, lineage, face). In the Shahnameh, Manuchehr is the rightful heir of the Pishdadian dynasty who avenges the murder of Iraj, making the name a symbol of justice and ancestral legitimacy restored.", widely used in Muslim families, including Other and Persian communities.
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