Zeeshan
Zeeshan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic / Persian (Urdu) origin, meaning “Dignified, of high rank”.
| Meaning | Dignified, of high rank |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Persian (Urdu) |
| Written as | ذیشان |
| Pronunciation | zee-SHAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Zeeshan
Zeeshan combines the Arabic dhū, possessor of, with the Persian shān, glory or dignity, so it means one who has dignity or high standing. Since Urdu pronounces the Arabic dh as z, the name is written Zeeshan. It is a typically Pakistani and Indian Muslim name and grew very popular from the 1980s onwards. Other spellings include Zishan and Zeshan.
Is Zeeshan a Muslim name?
Zeeshan is a widely used Muslim name in Pakistan and India, blending an Arabic word and a Persian word to mean dignified.
How popular is Zeeshan?
It is a very familiar name among Pakistani and Indian Muslims.
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Spellings and variants of Zeeshan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeeshan mean?
Zeeshan means 'Dignified, of high rank'. It is of Arabic / Persian (Urdu) origin.
Is Zeeshan a Muslim name?
Zeeshan is a widely used Muslim name in Pakistan and India, blending an Arabic word and a Persian word to mean dignified.
How do you pronounce Zeeshan?
Zeeshan is pronounced zee-SHAAN.
Is Zeeshan a boy or girl name?
Zeeshan is usually a boy name.