Mehrdad is a male given name of Persian origin. It means "having mercy" or "giving charity". This name holds significant cultural and historical importance in the Middle East, particularly among speakers of Persian languages such as Farsi, Kurdish, and Pashto. Mehrdad is often used within these communities, contributing to its rich cultural heritage. The name has also gained international recognition due to globalization and immigration trends.
"Mehrdad was quite popular as a baby boy name in 1982 with six babies being named Mehrdad that year."