Jashan
Jashan is a Sikh unisex name of Persian, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Celebration, festivity”.
| Meaning | Celebration, festivity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਜਸ਼ਨ |
| Pronunciation | JUSH-un |
| Tradition | Sikh, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | India, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Jashan
Jashan comes from the Persian jashn, 'feast' or 'celebration', a word that entered Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu through centuries of Persian influence. It is an everyday word for a party or festive occasion, so as a name it carries a cheerful, joyful sense. In Zoroastrian Parsi usage, a jashan is also a thanksgiving ceremony. As a given name it is especially popular among Punjabi Sikh families, for boys and girls.
Is Jashan a Sikh name?
Jashan is popular with Sikh families but is a word of Persian origin with no specific scriptural meaning in Sikhi; it is also used in Parsi tradition for a thanksgiving ritual.
How popular is Jashan?
A modern favourite among Punjabi families, often in compounds like Jashanpreet.
Gifts with the name Jashan
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Spellings and variants of Jashan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jashan mean?
Jashan means 'Celebration, festivity'. It is of Persian, via Punjabi origin.
Is Jashan a Sikh name?
Jashan is popular with Sikh families but is a word of Persian origin with no specific scriptural meaning in Sikhi; it is also used in Parsi tradition for a thanksgiving ritual.
How do you pronounce Jashan?
Jashan is pronounced JUSH-un.
Is Jashan a boy or girl name?
Jashan is used for both boys and girls.