Fereydun
legendary hero-king
GenderBoyOriginPersianSay itfeh-ray-DOONPopularityUncommon
Pronounced feh-ray-DOON
About the name Fereydun
Fereydun is a mighty hero-king of the Shahnameh who defeated a tyrant and restored justice. It's a name full of triumph and legend.
Just and courageous, a natural restorer of balance.
Fun fact
Fereydun's victory over the tyrant Zahhak is one of Persian mythology's central legends.
Nicknames for Fereydun
Feri
Variations
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