Meaning & History
Arštat is the Avestan form of Ashtad, derived from the Avestan word arštāt meaning "justice, honesty, rightness." This name is intrinsically linked to Zoroastrianism, where Arštat is revered as a Yazata (a divine being worthy of worship). In the Zoroastrian pantheon, Arštat personifies the concept of justice and is often invoked for righteousness and truth. The name's root is aša, which denotes "truth" or "cosmic order," a core principle in Zoroastrian theology. While Ashtad represents the modern Persian form, Arštat preserves the original Avestan phonetics and theological context.
Despite its deep religious significance, Arštat is considered an extremely rare given name and is not widely used as a personal name in modern Iran. Its usage as a female name suggests a desire to connect with ancient Persian heritage and Zoroastrian virtues, though it remains largely restricted to historical or literary references.