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Dastan First Name Meaning

Dastan is a male name of Persian origin, meaning "Story" and "Exemplar." The name is derived from the Persian word "dâstân," which refers to an ornate form of oral history and epic storytelling prevalent in Central Asia, Iran, Turkey, and Azerbaijan. Dastans typically revolve around individuals protecting their tribe or people from external threats, serving as exemplary figures for others to emulate. They are rich with cultural history and are often used as teaching tools, with scholars and poets drawing wisdom and inspiration from them. Dastans have also played a significant role in resisting foreign occupation, particularly during the Russian conquest of Central Asia. Notable dastans include Korkut Ata of the Oghuz Turks, and in Turkic cultures, there are two distinct types of dastans: baqsï and zhyrau.

Sources: Wikipedia, available at https://www.wikipedia.org | BabyNames.com, available at https://www.babynames.com

How popular Dastan first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Dastan first name (1880 - Now)

Sources: Social Security Administration, available at https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/babynames/



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