137 Timeless Assyrian Baby Names From Ancient Mesopotamia

From as exclusive as Aho to as classic as Yusef, this collection will surely impress you.

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Amidst the core of history exists an assortment of names that softly share tales of bravery, heritage, and affection. Assyrian baby names typically comprise a first name appended with a patronymic like -bet or -bar, which mean 'house of' and 'son of/after,' respectively. And until recently, there was even a trend among Assyrians to abbreviate the given names into one or two syllables. Today, most Assyrians opt for the European naming convention of a given name and a surname. The middle name is optional and not very common among the Assyrians. Also, in earlier times, most Assyrian surnames were the first names of grandparents who signed the surname in law documents in Iraq, Iran, Syria, and Turkey. It was the main reason most Assyrian last names were common first names. But the Arabization of Assyrian states such as Iraq and Syria compelled the natives to abandon their original surnames and opt for Arabic surnames. However, times have changed, and the Assyrians today carry their Aramaic surnames, while only a minor population has Turkish, Arabic, or Persian last names. The Assyrian culture holds a treasure trove of history and traditions, enduring the test of time. Ancient names carry profound meanings, reflecting virtues, blessings, and hopes for a bright future. Abrohom, for instance, is an Assyrian form of the name Abraham, meaning 'father of a multitude.' Ninson is another name that holds great significance in Assyrian mythology. The name means 'good' and was the name of the mother of the Ancient Mesopotamia hero, Gilgamesh. The essence of Assyrian baby names has spread across, carrying the cultural identity to distant corners of the world. Each name narrates tales of strength, resilience, and unity cherished by the Assyrian people for millennia. If you want to explore Assyrian names, explore the list below. It has many names and their meanings, which helps parents pick names based on their interpretation and associated connotations.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Abel	Boy	Breath; Vapor; Son; Noble; Strength; Fortitude
Ashur	Boy	Blessed; Happy; God of War; Islamic month
Nona	Girl	Ninth; Dove; Firstborn daughter; Nun
Ammanuel	Boy	Assyrian variant of Emmanuel; God is with us
Doreena	Girl	Name of an Assyrian village in Iraq
Daniyel	Boy	God is my judge
Izla	Girl	Name of a river
Arbella	Girl	Four gods; Assyrian city in northern Iraq
Ramina	Unisex	Pleasing; Beautiful; Beautiful lightweight fabric
Abela	Girl	Breath; Vapor; Strength; Fortitude; Noble; Bright

Marnita	Girl	To put in front of one's eyes
Rameel	Boy	Mercy of God; God is in a high place
Ea	Boy	House of water
Imama	Girl	Daytime; Leadership; Command
Abrohom	Boy	Assyrian form of Abraham, meaning father of a multitude
Aho	Boy	Assyrian term for brother
Ahrun	Boy	Exalted; Assyrian form of Aaron
Akkara	Boy	Occupational name for a farmer
Albazi	Boy	Falcon
Alqasnona	Boy	Dove

Arbilaya	Boy	From Arbil
Arram	Girl	High or high place
Ashur-Akh-Iddina	Boy	Ashur has given a brother
Ashurina	Girl	Female form of Ashur; God of war
Asmaro	Boy	Brown
Asur	Boy	A Turkish term used for Assyrians
Athra	Girl	Country
Bagiyeh	Girl	A amous Assyrian girl
Baileet	Girl	An Assyrian Goddess
Barsawme	Boy	Son of Sawme

Bartulme	Boy	Son of Tulme
Batnaya	Boy	House of mud
Brula	Girl	Pearl
Caifas	Boy	Low-energy man
Cheikho	Boy	Assyrian form of Sheikh, Leader of Islam or chief
Damrina	Girl	Amazing
Dwura	Girl	A form of Deborah; Bee
Eesho	Boy	A form of Jesus; Son of God
Elqosh	Boy	God's power; God's arrow
Emmita	Girl	Sweet mother

Eshai	Boy	God exists; A form of Jesse
Gabbara	Boy	Great
Garsa	Boy	A barber
Gewargis	Boy	A form of George; Farmer
Ghezalle	Girl	Gazelle
Goriel	Boy	A form of Gabriel; God is my strength.
Hanuno	Girl	A lovely woman
Hazail	Girl	Seen by God
Hedo	Unisex	Adornment
Hormuzd	Boy	A Persian king

Ishaia	Boy	God is salvation
Iskhaq	Boy	A form of Isaac; He laughs
Issavi	Boy	A Persian term used for Christians
Istir	Girl	Assyrian form of Esther; Bright star
Khannah	Girl	A merciful woman
Khawa	Girl	A form of Eve; Life
Khoshaba	Boy	Sunday
Lawita	Girl	Protect by keeping a close watch
Luqa	Boy	A form of Luke; Light
Lwita	Girl	Friend or companion

Malko	Boy	King
Malkuno	Boy	Little prince
Marbita	Girl	Plentiful
Mardina	Girl	She who is righteous and just
Marjanita	Girl	Daughter of the sea
Milta	Girl	Talking or conversation
Moushe	Boy	To draw out water; A form of Moses
Munirsuarta	Boy	Name of the king of the Araziasai
Nahrin	Girl	River
Nahro	Boy	River

Ninson	Girl	Name of Gilgamesh's mother
Ninwa	Girl	Capital of Assyria
Nuhro	Boy	Holy light
Nukh	Boy	Comfort
Oshana	Girl	Palm tree
Palakh	Boy	A worker
Palkha	Boy	Soldier
Pirayou	Boy	Lamb
Pithyou	Boy	Form of Anthony, meaning highly praiseworthy
Polous	Boy	Assyrian form of Paul; Small or humble

Qanaya	Boy	A blacksmith
Rabbu	Boy	The almighty
Rdita	Girl	She who is made beautiful by her deeds
Rebqah	Girl	A form of Rebecca, meaning to bind or connect
Rume	Boy	High
Saliba	Boy	Assyrian word; Cross
Sawuah	Boy	Painter
Seni	Boy	The king of Dayani
Shabeh	Boy	A week
Shafira	Girl	A nice and well behaved woman

Shahen	Girl	Falcon
Shalimoon	Boy	Peace
Shamash	Boy	The sun
Shamiram	Girl	The first Assyrian queen
Shamoun	Boy	He has heard
Shamura	Girl	Diamond
Shapira	Girl	Handsome
Shapirta	Girl	Beautiful
Sharro	Boy	A man in a high religious position
Sharukin	Boy	True king

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When you have a range of options of baby names to choose from, Assyrian baby names are a unique category of names you should not miss out on. Assyrian baby names, inspired by nature's beauty and adorned by great leaders and wise scholars, hold a rich tradition. Expecting parents can explore this delightful collection, filled with warmth and sincerity, to find a name that resonates with them. Let the magic of Assyrian baby names enchant you as you embark on this unique journey of welcoming your little bundle of joy into the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Assyrian baby names for twins?

While choosing names for twins, the parents can opt for names that are connected by a common meaning or have the same first alphabet, or they can even opt for names that have complementary meanings. Some Assyrian name pairs for twins may include Nahrin and Nahro, meaning river, Amirta and Amirto, which can be translated to mean ‘princess,’ and As Nona and Dwura, meaning ‘dove’ and ‘bee.’

2. What are some Assyrian baby names with biblical origins?

Some Assyrian names that possess biblical origins include names such as Betheil, meaning ‘house of God’ derived from the town of Bethel in the Old Testament of the Bible, where Jacob saw his stairway vision (1). Another such name is Yosip, the Assyrian Christian form of the Biblical character Joseph.

Infographic: Amazing Assyrian Baby Names With Meanings

Numerous Assyrian names echo the past, reflecting the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia. These names hold a thread to a vibrant heritage, showcasing the resilience of Assyrian culture over time. In the infographic below, we present some attractive Assyrian names with meanings. Go through and pick your favorite for your bundle of joy.

alluring assyrian names for your baby(infographic)

References:

Bethel;
https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Bethel

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