Boy name
Şehvar name meaning
“kingly; worthy of a sovereign”
Şehvar means kingly or worthy of a sovereign. It draws on Persian shāh, meaning ruler, and the element vār, expressing resemblance or suitability. Used as a masculine name in Türkiye, it is related to Şahvar and evokes the concrete imagery of crowns, royal courts, and ceremonial dress.
What does Şehvar mean?
Kingly; worthy of a sovereign
In Turkish: şaha yaraşır; hükümdara layık
Şehvar can be read as a name built around a comparison with royalty. Such Persian formations lend themselves to literary expressions of value, splendor, and distinction. Its connection with Şahvar appears plausible, although the historical development of this particular spelling still requires confirmation.
Origin of the name Şehvar
It probably derives from Persian shāh, king, and the suffix -vār, expressing likeness or manner. It appears related to the form Şahvar.
How to pronounce Şehvar
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ʃehvaɾ/ |
Is Şehvar a boy’s name?
Yes, Şehvar is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Şehvar does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
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Famous people named Şehvar
- Şehvar Beşiroğlu · b. 1965
FAQ about the name Şehvar
What is the meaning of Şehvar?
Şehvar means “kingly; worthy of a sovereign”. It probably derives from Persian shāh, king, and the suffix -vār, expressing likeness or manner. It appears related to the form Şahvar.
Is Şehvar a boy’s name?
Yes, Şehvar is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Şehvar in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Şehvar nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Şehvar?
Şehvar is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Şehvar have?
Şehvar has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Şehvar?
Şehvar does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Famous people named Şehvar?
Notable people named Şehvar include Şehvar Beşiroğlu.
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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