Xerxes

Meaning of Xerxes

Xerxes is a bold Persian name pronounced ZURK-seez. It springs from Old Persian Xšayaṛšā, meaning “ruler among heroes,” and evokes the grand legacy of Xerxes the Great, whose ambition once spanned from Susa to the Aegean. In India, where epics brim with valiant figures and peacocks parade under monsoon skies, Xerxes fits right in alongside legends like Arjuna or Shivaji. The bearer of this name will likely be the only one in his playgroup, earning exclusive bragging rights at show-and-tell. Though just 19 newborns in the U.S. wore it in 2024, Xerxes shines with timeless charm and an inspirational spark—a regal banner for every little leader in the making.

Pronunciation

Persian

• Pronunced as ZURK-seez (/zərkˈsiːz/)

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