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Asu

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Meaning

Asu is the Pahlavi variant of the Persian word Ahu which means gazelle. Asu is also an Avestan word that means swift, agile.

Pronunciation

Pronounced: Asu

Variations

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Asu is a girl name of Arabic origin. It has a timeless feel and works well for parents looking for a meaningful classic name.

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Asya

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Asya is the Persian and Kurdish pronunciation for asia, which refers to the largest continent on earth. It is originally a Greek word that referred to Turkey and Persia and possibly meant eastern land. Asya can also be used as a variant of Asyab, which is a Persian word that means windmill.

Anahit

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Arabic

girl

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