Rukhsar

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Fact sheet

Name
Rukhsar
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

Rukhsar is a female name of Persian origin. In German, the name means 'the face' or 'the cheek'.

What does the name Rukhsar mean?

The name Rukhsar has its roots in Persian and is used for girls. Its English translation is 'the face' or 'the cheek'. It derives from the Old Persian term roxsâr (رخسار), which means 'visage', 'face', 'cheek', and 'jaw'. The name frequently appears in Persian poetry and symbolizes purity, youth, and attraction.

Where does the name Rukhsar come from?

Rukhsar is an Old Persian name for girls meaning 'the face'. The word is composed in Old Persian from roxsâr (رخسار), which means 'visage', 'face', 'cheek', or 'jaw'. It is widespread in several languages such as Afghan, Arabic, Muslim, Oriental, and Persian.

How do you pronounce Rukhsar?

Rukhsar is pronounced approximately like 'Ruksar'.

Popularity

In Germany, Rukhsar is a rather rare name. It has not appeared in the German name popularity lists so far. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking in 2023 at 1,838th place in the name charts. In the last ten years, Rukhsar has been given less than 10 times there, placing it at 5,065th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 1984 to 2024, it ranks 7,542nd in Austria.

Nicknames & pet names

Ru / Ruchsii

Frequently asked questions about the name Rukhsar

Where does the name Rukhsar come from?

Rukhsar has its roots in Old Persian and is primarily used for girls. The name is derived from the term roxsâr, which means 'visage', 'face', or 'cheek'.

What does the name Rukhsar mean?

The name Rukhsar translates to 'the face' or 'the cheek' and often symbolizes purity, youth, and attraction in Persian poetry.

How popular is the name Rukhsar?

Rukhsar is a name that is widespread in various cultures, particularly in Afghan, Arabic, and Persian. Its popularity varies by region, but it is highly valued in certain communities.

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