Shahghasemi

Shahghasemi is a Persian-language surname found among Iranian communities and in the Iranian diaspora. It is a compound name that most likely combines the elements Shah and Ghasemi, with Ghasemi being a common Iranian surname derived from the given name Ghasem (Qasem). The exact origin and usage can vary by family.

Etymology and meaning are typically related to Persian naming patterns. The component Ghasemi generally denotes origin or descent from a person named Ghasem, while Shah can function as a title, honorific, or as part of a family name, depending on historical or local usage. Together, Shahghasemi may reflect a family identity that incorporates both elements, though individual histories may differ.

Geographic distribution for Shahghasemi aligns with Persian-speaking populations. The name is found in Iran and among communities in the Iranian diaspora in North America, Europe, and the Middle East, reflecting patterns of migration and settlement.

Variants and related names include Ghasemi, Qasemi (and other transliterations such as Kasemi or Hashemi in some contexts). These forms share linguistic roots and may be encountered in similar communities, sometimes evolving independently in spelling due to transliteration.

See also: Ghasemi, Qasemi, Hashemi.