Burhan
Burhan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Proof, clear evidence”.
| Meaning | Proof, clear evidence |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | برهان |
| Pronunciation | bur-HAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Burhan
Burhan, Burhān in Arabic, means proof or clear evidence and comes from the root b-r-h-n, to prove. The Quran uses the word more than once, sometimes for the evidence God provides and sometimes when it calls on people to justify mistaken beliefs. It is frequently built into compound names such as Burhān al-Dīn, proof of the faith, and it is used in Turkey, Pakistan, India and Arab countries.
Is Burhan a Muslim name?
Burhan is a Quranic word for proof: 'Say: Bring your proof (burhānakum), if you are truthful' (Quran 2:111).
How popular is Burhan?
Used in Turkey, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Burhan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Burhan mean?
Burhan means 'Proof, clear evidence'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Burhan a Muslim name?
Burhan is a Quranic word for proof: 'Say: Bring your proof (burhānakum), if you are truthful' (Quran 2:111).
How do you pronounce Burhan?
Burhan is pronounced bur-HAHN.
Is Burhan a boy or girl name?
Burhan is usually a boy name.