Fazlollah

Fazlollah is a masculine given name of Persian origin. It is formed from the elements fazl, meaning grace or bounty, and Allah, meaning God, yielding a meaning such as “grace of God” or “divine grace.” The name is commonly used in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities, and there are several transliterations in use, including Fazlollah and Fazlullah.

The name appears in historical and contemporary contexts within the broader Persianate world. As with many Persian names, it can be found across Iran, Afghanistan, and diaspora communities, reflecting cultural and religious naming practices that draw on Arabic and Persian linguistic roots.

One notable bearer is Fazlollah Zahedi, an Iranian general and later politician who played a leading role in the 1953 coup that overthrew Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh and subsequently served as prime minister from 1953 to 1955. Zahedi’s prominence in mid-20th-century Iranian politics has made the name widely recognized in historical discussions of the period. The name Fazlollah may also appear in other individuals within Iranian history, but Zahedi is the most prominent figure commonly associated with it in international references.