Qubad

Qubad is a male given name used in several Persianate and Turkic-speaking communities across the Middle East and Caucasus. The spelling varies with language and script, and common variants include Qobad, Kobad, and Kubat.

Origins and meaning: Qubad is a transliteration variant of the Persian name Kavād (also written Kavath or Kobad). The name appears in ancient Iranian sources and is associated with royalty in some accounts; Kavād I was a Sasanian king. The exact meaning of Kavād is uncertain and is generally treated as a proper name rather than a word with a fixed meaning.

Geographic and cultural usage: In modern times, Qubad is used among Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Iranian and diaspora communities. It reflects the influence of Persian naming traditions in Turkic and Middle Eastern cultures and adapts to local orthographies.

Notable figures and cognates: Related names include Kavadh, Kobad, Qobad, and Kubat. The name’s historical associations, particularly with royalty in the Sasanian era, contribute to its continued use in diverse communities.