boy name · Persian origin
Arash
/ ah-RAHSH /
Meaning
Arash means Truthful; legendary archer (Persian).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Persian
Pronunciation
ah-RAHSH
Popularity
#4867 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Arash in the US, 1880–2025
Arash first appears in US records in 1972. It peaked in 1982, when 41 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 20.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Arash mean?
Arash is a legendary archer-hero of Persian myth, his name linked to “truthful.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arash mean?
Arash means Truthful; legendary archer. Arash is a legendary archer-hero of Persian myth, his name linked to “truthful.”
What is the origin of the name Arash?
Arash is of Persian origin.
How do you pronounce Arash?
Arash is pronounced “ah-RAHSH.”
Is Arash a boy or a girl name?
Arash is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Arash?
In 2025, Arash ranked #4867 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Arash most popular?
Arash was most popular in 1982, when about 41 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.