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  1. Aryan - Wikipedia

    Use of Aryan to designate a "white non-Jewish person, especially one of northern European origin or descent" entered the English language from German, [1] after this meaning was introduced in 1887 …

  2. Aryan | Holocaust Encyclopedia

    The word Aryan is an example of how words that originate as terms to describe seemingly neutral concepts can be adapted, manipulated, and radicalized for ideological or sinister purposes.

  3. Aryan | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 27, 2025 · Aryan, name originally given to a people who were said to speak an archaic Indo-European language and who were thought to have settled in prehistoric times in ancient Iran and the …

  4. What Does the Word 'Aryan' Actually Mean? - ThoughtCo

    Apr 29, 2025 · What Does 'Aryan' Mean? The word Aryan comes from the ancient languages of Iran and India. It was the term that ancient Indo-Iranian-speaking people likely used to identify themselves in …

  5. Aryan - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 8, 2020 · Aryan is a designation originally meaning “civilized”, “noble”, or “free” without reference to any ethnicity.

  6. The Aryans History: A Journey Through Culture, Legacy, and Migration

    Mar 17, 2025 · The blending of Aryan and indigenous traditions gave rise to new societal structures and religious practices, marking a pivotal moment in Aryans history and shaping the future of both Indian …

  7. ARYANS - Encyclopaedia Iranica

    Mar 8, 2013 · The Aryan parent language. The common ancestor of the historical Aryan or Indo-Iranian languages, called the Aryan parent language or Proto-Aryan, can be reconstructed by the methods …

  8. The Origins of the Aryan People and the Indo-European Hypothesis

    Apr 28, 2025 · Explore the historical, linguistic, and archaeological theories surrounding the origins of the Aryan people, tracing their migrations, cultural impact, and the evolution of the Indo-European …

  9. Aryan "race" | Research Starters - EBSCO

    The term "Aryan" has been historically linked to a group of peoples associated with the Proto-Indo-European lineage, and it was once utilized in academic discourse, particularly regarding the Indo …

  10. Understanding Aryan People: History, Culture, and Misconceptions ...

    The term “Aryan” often conjures images of ancient civilizations and complex histories. Originally used to describe a group of Indo-European peoples, it has evolved over time, becoming entwined with …