Dastan is a male given name of Iranian origin, derived from the Old Persian word 'dasta', which means 'armor' or 'army'. In Iran and among communities with Iranian heritage, it is often used to convey strength and valor.
The name Dastan experienced a notable peak in popularity between 2011 and 2014 with 61, 37, 30, and 28 births respectively. However, it has since declined, with only 10 births recorded each in 2022 and 2023. Overall, the name Dastan has been given to a total of 309 children from 2010 to 2023.