Tall, strong, and brave; a legendary hero.
Derived from the Persian hero Rostam, the name is associated with the epic Shahnameh. It historically signifies a person of immense physical stature and courage. It remains a powerful, traditional choice in Persian-speaking and Central Asian cultures.
About 10 boys were named Rustam in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Sasanian military commander
Uzbek chess grandmaster and former World Champion
President of the Republic of Tatarstan
American producer and former member of Vampire Weekend
The central hero of the Persian epic Shahnameh · Shahnameh
