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Character Name

Shahram

Meaning — From Old Persian and Middle Persian "shāh" (king) and "rām" (peaceful, tranquil, happy), meaning "peaceful king" or "king of peace". The name Rām is also associated with the Zoroastrian deity of joy and peace, giving the name a spiritual resonance in Persian tradition.·Persian origin·Male·shah-RAM

Shahram Shahram evokes a regal serenity — the image of a ruler who governs not by force but through a calm authority that makes conflict unnecessary. Characters named Shahram are often portrayed as dignified, measured, and innately noble, with a composed exterior that conceals deep personal loyalty and private passion.

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ShahramShahrom

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Shahram ShiraziShahram TehraniShahram EsfahaniShahram HosseiniShahram MoradiShahram Rashidian

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