Afsoun
Fact sheet
- Name
- Afsoun
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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Afsoun represents an alternative spelling of the Persian girl's name Afsun (افسون). The name means 'the Enchanting' as well as 'the Magical'.
What does the name Afsoun mean?
Afsoun is a variant form of the Persian girl's name Afsun (افسون). It means 'the Enchanting' and 'the Magical'. The roots of the name lie in the Old Persian word afsun (افسون), which means 'charm', 'enchantment', 'incantation', and 'magic'. Other spellings include Efsun and Afsoon.
Where does the name Afsoun come from?
The name Afsoun is a female first name with Old Persian origins and carries the meaning 'the Enchanting'. The etymology comes from the Old Persian term afsun (افسون), which stands for 'charm', 'enchantment', 'incantation', and 'magic'. The language is Persian.
How do you pronounce Afsoun?
The pronunciation of Afsoun is two syllables and fluid. It is typically pronounced as 'Af-soun' [afˈsuːn], starting with an open 'a' sound. The second syllable brings a rounded tone with the long 'u' sound. The final '-soun' provides a soft, lingering finish. Afsoun thus sounds calm, melodic, and slightly mysterious – a name that radiates gentle depth, flowing movement, and a special sound effect.
Popularity
In Germany, Afsoun is among the rarer first names. It has never appeared in the German name popularity lists. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking in 2021 at 1,876th place in the Austrian name charts. Over the past ten years, Afsoun has been given as a first name there less than 10 times, resulting in a 5,065th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 1984 and 2024, it ranks 7,542nd in Austria.
Nicknames & pet names
Afsun / Souny
Frequently asked questions about the name Afsoun
What is the origin of the name Afsoun?
Afsoun is a female first name with Old Persian origins and belongs to the Persian language.
What does the name Afsoun mean?
The name Afsoun means 'the Enchanting' and derives from the Old Persian word afsun, which encompasses terms like 'charm', 'enchantment', 'incantation', and 'magic'.
How popular is the name Afsoun?
The popularity of the name Afsoun varies, but it is particularly valued in Persian-speaking countries and is gaining recognition in other regions as well.