Shaheen
Shaheen is a Muslim boy name of Persian origin, meaning “Royal falcon”.
| Meaning | Royal falcon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | شاهین |
| Pronunciation | shah-HEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Iran, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Shaheen
Shaheen is the Persian name for a falcon, in particular the peregrine-type bird that falconers prize. It passed into Arabic, Urdu and Turkish, where it becomes Şahin. The falcon stands for courage, sharp sight and nobility, and in Urdu poetry, especially that of Muhammad Iqbal, the shaheen symbolises the free and aspiring believer. Boys receive it far more often, although some Pakistani and Iranian girls are named Shaheen too.
Is Shaheen a Muslim name?
Shaheen comes from Persian, and Muslim families from Iran and Pakistan to Turkey and the Gulf have used it for centuries.
How popular is Shaheen?
It is common in Pakistan, India, Iran and Afghanistan, and in Turkey as Şahin.
Gifts with the name Shaheen
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Shaheen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shaheen mean?
Shaheen means 'Royal falcon'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Shaheen a Muslim name?
Shaheen comes from Persian, and Muslim families from Iran and Pakistan to Turkey and the Gulf have used it for centuries.
How do you pronounce Shaheen?
Shaheen is pronounced shah-HEEN.
Is Shaheen a boy or girl name?
Shaheen is usually a boy name.