Nariman () is an ancient Persian name meaning "faith and brightness".
He is the son of Gershasp, and father of SÃÂm who himself is grandfather of Rostam the hero (Rostam's father was Zal).
Nariman was reported in Shahnameh at the time of Fereydun. According to the Shahnameh, Nariman was one of Fereydun allies during the reign of Fereydun.
Nariman perished in the war that led to the siege of a fortress on Mount Sepand.
This story is told by ZÃÂl for Rostam to persuade him Nariman revenge on the inhabitants of the castle.