Mahan
Mahan is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “Of the moon, moon-like”.
| Meaning | Of the moon, moon-like |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | ماهان |
| Pronunciation | maa-HAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Mahan
Mahan is a Persian name for boys, usually explained as coming from mah, moon, plus the suffix -an, giving the sense 'of the moon' or moon-like. Mahan is also an old town close to Kerman in Iran, famed for the shrine of the Sufi master Shah Ni'matullah Wali. The name has become fashionable in Iran over recent decades, alongside other moon names such as Mahtab.
Is Mahan a Muslim name?
Mahan is Persian rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran commonly give it to boys.
How popular is Mahan?
It is common in Iran and among Persian speakers in Afghanistan and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Mahan
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Spellings and variants of Mahan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahan mean?
Mahan means 'Of the moon, moon-like'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Mahan a Muslim name?
Mahan is Persian rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Iran commonly give it to boys.
How do you pronounce Mahan?
Mahan is pronounced maa-HAHN.
Is Mahan a boy or girl name?
Mahan is usually a boy name.