Boy name
Feridun name meaning
“the name of an Iranian legendary king”
Feridun is the name of a legendary king in Iranian epic tradition. It comes from Persian Fereydūn, tracing back to the older Iranian name Thraētaona, and is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Its clearest literary association is the ruler who opposes Zahhak in the Shahnameh.
What does Feridun mean?
The name of an Iranian legendary king
In Turkish: İran destan geleneğindeki hükümdarın adı
Feridun names the legendary king who defeats the tyrant Zahhak in the Shahnameh. Its primary association is therefore with Iranian epic tradition; despite its resemblance to Ferit, it does not derive from that Arabic name or share its meaning of uniqueness.
Origin of the name Feridun
From Persian Fereydūn, continuing the older Iranian name Thraētaona. It has no secure literal equivalent in modern Turkish.
Double names with Feridun
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Feridun Zati
Meaning of each name
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
- Zati: intrinsic, personal, pertaining to the self
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Masum Feridun
Meaning of each name
- Masum: innocent, blameless; pure and unspoiled
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
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Feridun Gazanfer
Meaning of each name
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
- Gazanfer: lion; an image of valor and strength
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Arman Feridun
Meaning of each name
- Arman: longing, aspiration and a desired ideal
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
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Feridun Renan
Meaning of each name
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
- Renan: Singing, joyful vocal expression
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Vahram Feridun
Meaning of each name
- Vahram: a historical name associated with victory
- Feridun: the name of an Iranian legendary king
How to pronounce Feridun
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /feɾidun/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | فریدون |
Is Feridun a boy’s name?
Yes, Feridun is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Feridun does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 68 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Feridun
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Feridun
- Feridun Buğeker · b. 1933
- Feridun Zaimoğlu · b. 1964
- Feridun Sinirlioğlu · b. 1956
- Feridun Karakaya · b. 1928
- Feridun Düzağaç · b. 1968
- Feridun Cemal Erkin · b. 1899
- Feridun Emecen · b. 1958
- Feridun Sungur · b. 1984
- Feridun Aybars · b. 1952
- Feridun Bilgin · b. 1964
- Feridun Erol · b. 1938
- Feridun Fikri Düşünsel · b. 1892
FAQ about the name Feridun
What is the meaning of Feridun?
Feridun means “the name of an Iranian legendary king”. From Persian Fereydūn, continuing the older Iranian name Thraētaona. It has no secure literal equivalent in modern Turkish.
Is Feridun a boy’s name?
Yes, Feridun is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Feridun in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Feridun nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Feridun?
Feridun is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Feridun have?
Feridun has 3 syllables and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Feridun?
Feridun does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 68 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
What names go well with Feridun?
Some ideas: Feridun Zati; Masum Feridun; Feridun Gazanfer.
Famous people named Feridun?
Notable people named Feridun include Feridun Buğeker, Feridun Zaimoğlu, Feridun Sinirlioğlu.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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