Parvez

Parvez is a masculine given name of Persian origin that is widely used in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and among diaspora communities. It is one of several Anglicized spellings of the Persian name Parviz, with related variants including Parwaz and Parveez.

Etymology and meaning: The name derives from the Persian word Parviz, commonly understood to mean fortunate, lucky, or victorious. The form Parvez has become common in many languages that borrow from Persian and has persisted across centuries in various cultures.

Usage: Parvez is used across South Asia and the broader Muslim world. In literature, film, and other media, it appears in various forms and has historical associations with Persianate cultures and royal or noble contexts.

Notable people: Parvez Musharraf (born 1943) is a Pakistani former military officer who served as president and head of state. Parvez Rasool (born 1988) is an Indian cricketer who has played for India A and Jammu & Kashmir. There are other individuals named Parvez across different countries and professions, reflecting the name’s broad geographic usage.

See also: Parviz, Parwaz. The name remains in contemporary use in many languages and communities influenced by Persian language and culture.