The name Zurab: meaning and origin
- Zurab name meaning
- Zurab origin
- Georgian names
Is your name Zurab? It is thought to be of Persian origin and is linked to Sohrab, a hero of the Shahnameh. An old name with a bold sound.
📖 Where does the name Zurab come from and what does it mean?
The name is believed to come from the Persian Sohrab: the tragic hero of Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, son of Rostam. Stories from the Shahnameh were very popular in Georgia and the names of its heroes became Georgian names.
So Zurab is a name that travelled to Georgia from an old epic. The original meaning of the name is debated.
🌟 Famous people named Zurab
Well-known bearers include sculptor Zurab Tsereteli and footballer Zurab Khizanishvili. Art and sport: Zurabs show up in both.
💬 Pet names for Zurab
Zurab comes with plenty of pet names. The most common affectionate forms are:
- Zura
- Zuka
- Zuriko
🦁 What character is linked to the name Zurab?
People say Zurabs are brave, direct and very open-hearted. They do not talk much, but they always back their words with deeds.