Bisan
Bisan is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, from a Palestinian place name origin, meaning “After the town of Beisan”.
| Meaning | After the town of Beisan |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, from a Palestinian place name |
| Written as | بيسان |
| Pronunciation | bee-SAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Palestine, Jordan |
Meaning and origin of Bisan
Bisan, Baysān in Arabic, is the name of the old town of Beisan in the Jordan Valley, called Beth Shean in ancient times. Palestinian and Jordanian parents adopted it as a girls' name to express their bond with the land. The name's meaning is simply the place itself. Claims that it means a flower are recent and lack good support.
Is Bisan a Muslim name?
Bisan is an Arabic place name rather than a religious word, and it is used by Muslim families, especially Palestinians.
How popular is Bisan?
Mostly found in Palestine and Jordan and among Palestinians living abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Bisan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bisan mean?
Bisan means 'After the town of Beisan'. It is of Arabic, from a Palestinian place name origin.
Is Bisan a Muslim name?
Bisan is an Arabic place name rather than a religious word, and it is used by Muslim families, especially Palestinians.
How do you pronounce Bisan?
Bisan is pronounced bee-SAAN.
Is Bisan a boy or girl name?
Bisan is usually a girl name.