Ishaan
Ishaan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord; the northeast; a form of Shiva”.
| Meaning | Lord; the northeast; a form of Shiva |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ईशान |
| Pronunciation | ee-SHAHN |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, United States, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Ishaan
Ishaan comes from Sanskrit Ishana, 'ruler, lord', from the root ish, 'to rule'. Ishana is one of the forms of Shiva and the guardian of the north-east direction, which is considered especially auspicious in Vastu tradition; 'sun' is a looser association. The name has become very popular in India and the diaspora since the 2000s, helped by the film Taare Zameen Par, whose young hero is called Ishaan.
Is Ishaan a Hindu name?
Ishaan is a Hindu name for Shiva in his form as Ishana, lord of the north-east.
How popular is Ishaan?
Very popular among Indian families worldwide.
Gifts with the name Ishaan
- Ishaan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ishaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ishaan mean?
Ishaan means 'Lord; the northeast; a form of Shiva'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ishaan a Hindu name?
Ishaan is a Hindu name for Shiva in his form as Ishana, lord of the north-east.
How do you pronounce Ishaan?
Ishaan is pronounced ee-SHAHN.
Is Ishaan a boy or girl name?
Ishaan is usually a boy name.