Ladan
Ladan is a Muslim girl name of Persian; also a Somali name origin, meaning “Fragrant flowering shrub”.
| Meaning | Fragrant flowering shrub |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian; also a Somali name |
| Written as | لادن |
| Pronunciation | LAH-dahn |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Somalia |
Meaning and origin of Ladan
In Persian, Ladan names a sweet-smelling flowering plant, the rockrose, whose aromatic resin is called ladanum. That floral sense has made it a familiar girls' name in Iran. Among Somalis, Ladan is also very common, though there it is usually connected with good fortune or being at ease. Neither of these names comes from an Arabic root; each grew up in its own language.
Is Ladan a Muslim name?
Ladan is not Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran and especially in Somalia use it widely, and nothing in its meaning sits uneasily with Islam.
How popular is Ladan?
It is common in Iran and among Somali families, both in the Horn of Africa and abroad.
Gifts with the name Ladan
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Spellings and variants of Ladan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ladan mean?
Ladan means 'Fragrant flowering shrub'. It is of Persian; also a Somali name origin.
Is Ladan a Muslim name?
Ladan is not Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran and especially in Somalia use it widely, and nothing in its meaning sits uneasily with Islam.
How do you pronounce Ladan?
Ladan is pronounced LAH-dahn.
Is Ladan a boy or girl name?
Ladan is usually a girl name.