| Pronunciation | Persian: [ɾeˈzɒː] |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Language(s) | Persian |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Arabic |
| Meaning | Fulfillment, Gratitude, Triumph, Gratification, Delight, Rejoicing |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Aza |
| Nickname(s) | Aza |
Reza (Persian: رضا, romanized: Rezâ) is the Persian variant of the Arabic name Rida, which literally means "the fact of being pleased or contented; contentment, approval".[1] It is one of the most widely used names in Iran.
According to Annemarie Schimmel, "riḍā is closely related to shukr"; "shukr" is an Arabic term denoting thankfulness and gratitude.[2] In Islam, rida is interpreted as satisfaction or "perfect contentment with God's will or decree".