جهان

Cihan

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Cihan is a Muslim boy name of Persian, Turkish form origin, meaning “World, universe”.

MeaningWorld, universe
GenderBoy
OriginPersian, Turkish form
Written asجهان
Pronunciationjee-HAHN
TraditionMuslim
Used inTurkey, Iraq

Meaning and origin of Cihan

Cihan comes from jahān, the Persian word for world. The word appears in many Persian and Ottoman compound names, such as Jahāngīr, meaning one who seizes the world, and Shāh Jahān, the king of the world. Turks mostly give Cihan to boys, though girls sometimes receive it, and among Kurds it is common for both. Jihan is a related spelling.

Is Cihan a Muslim name?

Cihan is Persian rather than Arabic, meaning world, and Muslim families in Turkey and Kurdish regions use it.

How popular is Cihan?

Common in Turkey and among Kurds.

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Spellings and variants of Cihan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cihan mean?

Cihan means 'World, universe'. It is of Persian, Turkish form origin.

Is Cihan a Muslim name?

Cihan is Persian rather than Arabic, meaning world, and Muslim families in Turkey and Kurdish regions use it.

How do you pronounce Cihan?

Cihan is pronounced jee-HAHN.

Is Cihan a boy or girl name?

Cihan is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.