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Masiar is a male first name that is considered a variant of Maziar. It means 'the companion' or, more freely translated, 'protected by the moon deity.'
What does the name Masiar mean?
The first name Masiar, a variant of Maziar, carries the meaning 'the companion' and can also be interpreted as 'protected by the moon deity.' The roots of the name can be found in the Middle Persian m'tgd'l, which means 'steward' or 'companion,' as well as in the Persian mâh (ماه) for 'moon' and in the Avestan yazata, which means 'worthy of worship.' The name became known through the prince of Mazandaran, who lived in the 9th century AD and led a rebellion against Arab invaders. Other variants include Mazyar and Maziyar.
Where does the name Masiar come from?
The name Masiar has its roots in Old Persian and Avestan and means 'the companion.'
How do you pronounce Masiar?
Ma-siar, where 'si' is pronounced like in 'see.'
Popularity
In Germany, Masiar is a rather rare first name. It has not achieved any notable ranking in the German first name charts. In Austria, however, the name reached its best position in the name charts in 1988, ranking 469th. Between 1984 and 2024, Masiar was given less than 10 times in Austria, placing it at 6,220th. In the last ten years, no child has been named this way.
Nicknames & pet names
Masi
Frequently asked questions about the name Masiar
What does the first name Masiar mean?
The first name Masiar, a variant of Maziar, means 'the companion' and can also be interpreted as 'protected by the moon deity.'
Where does the name Masiar come from?
Masiar has its roots in Old Persian and Avestan and is composed of terms for 'steward' or 'companion,' 'moon,' and 'worthy of worship.'
How popular is the name Masiar?
The name Masiar is known in Iran and other Iranian cultures, but it is not as widespread as some other traditional names.