What does Kaveh mean?
Kaveh is the blacksmith who leads a revolt against tyranny in the Shahnameh.
What does Farhad mean?
Farhad is a hero of Persian romance, his name linked to “joy” and “happiness.”
Kaveh vs Farhad
Which is more popular?
Kaveh is more popular than Farhad today: about 13 US babies were given the name Kaveh in 2025, compared with 5 named Farhad.
| Kaveh | Farhad | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Royal; the heroic blacksmith | Happiness; legendary lover |
| Origin | Persian | Persian |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | KAH-veh | far-HAHD |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1973 | 1972 |
| Peak year | 1983 (18) | 1990 (14) |
| In 2025 | 13 | 5 |
| Trend | Rising | Declining |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Kaveh
Farhad
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Kaveh | Farhad |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 58 | 17 |
| 2010s | 87 | 25 |
| 2000s | 75 | 35 |
| 1990s | 60 | 72 |
| 1980s | 99 | 87 |
| 1970s | 42 | 37 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kaveh or Farhad more popular?
Kaveh is more popular than Farhad today: about 13 US babies were given the name Kaveh in 2025, compared with 5 named Farhad.
What is the difference between Kaveh and Farhad?
Kaveh means Royal; the heroic blacksmith (Persian origin), while Farhad means Happiness; legendary lover (Persian origin).
Which name is older, Kaveh or Farhad?
In US records, Kaveh first appears in 1973 and Farhad in 1972, so Farhad has the longer recorded history.