Reza
Meaning of Reza
Reza is a male name with Persian origins. It is pronounced as RAY-zah (/ˈreɪzə/) in Persian. The name has variations such as Raza. In the United States of America, Reza has been given to newborn boys since at least 1966, according to available data. While its popularity has varied over the years, it has consistently remained a relatively rare choice for parents. In recent years, Reza has been ranked between 2892 and 7005 in terms of occurrence, with its highest rank being recorded in 2011. Despite its relatively low usage, Reza carries an air of exoticism and cultural richness that may appeal to those seeking a unique and distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Persian
- Pronunced as RAY-zah (/ˈreɪzə/)
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Notable People Named Reza
| Reza Shah Pahlavi, the first Shah of the House of Pahlavi in Iran, is known for his modernizing reforms and is considered the founder of modern Iran. |
| Reza Aslan is an Iranian-American scholar, writer, and television host known for his books on religion and his exploration of Christianity and Islam. |
| Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, is the oldest son of the last Shah of Iran and currently resides in Great Falls, Virginia. |
| Reza Madadi is a retired Iranian-Swedish mixed martial artist who competed in the lightweight division, best known for his time in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. |
| Reza Deghati is an Iranian-French photojournalist known for his powerful and impactful photography. |
| Reza Moghadam is a British-Iranian economist known for his role at Morgan Stanley and as the International Monetary Fund's representative during the eurozone crisis. |
| Reza Moridi is a former Ontario, Canada politician who was the first Iranian-Canadian elected to the legislature and appointed as a Cabinet minister in Canada. |
| Reza Abbasi, also known as Aqa Reza, was the leading Persian miniaturist of the Isfahan School during the later Safavid period, known for his exquisite single miniatures of beautiful youths. |
| Reza Kianian is a renowned Iranian actor with multiple prestigious awards to his name. |
| Reza Karimi is an Iranian footballer known for his role as a forward. |
| Reza Mirkarimi is a renowned Iranian screenwriter and film director. |
| Reza Razavi is a distinguished professor of paediatric cardiovascular science and a prominent figure in medical research and academia at King's College London. |
| Reza Beyk Imanverdi was an Iranian actor and director. |
| Reza Attaran is a multi-talented Iranian actor, director, screenwriter, and singer who has been honored with numerous awards for his contributions to the film industry. |
| Reza Ghandipour is an Iranian footballer who plays as a forward for Paykan and the Iran national under-17 team. |
