Nariman (نریمان) is an ancient Persian name meaning "faith and brightness." The name was first referred to in the historic Shahname of Ferdowsi as son of Gorshtasb, and father of Sām who himself is grandfather of Rostam the hero (Rostam's Father was Zal).
Nariman — (also spelled Nareeman, Narreeman, Narriman, or Neriman, Persian: نریمان, Narīmān) is a Persian name meaning faith and brightness. It may refer to: Contents 1 Given name 2 Surname … Wikipedia
Sām — (سام) is a mythical hero of ancient Persia, and an important character in the Shahnameh epic. He was the son of Nariman, grandson of Garshasp and father to Zal. He was Iran s champion during the rule of Fereydun, Manuchehr and Nowzar. He was… … Wikipedia
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