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Shah

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage Persian, Urdu
Scripts شاه(Persian) شاہ(Urdu)
Pronounced Pron. /ˈʃɒː/(Persian)
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Meaning & History

Derived from Persian شاه (shāh) meaning "king".

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Rootshāh
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Categories

kings, leadership, noble titles, royalty
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Entry updated October 6, 2024

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