Ashkan

Meaning of Ashkan

Ashkan is a Persian male name, pronounced ash-KAHN, that originates with the Ashkanian—or Arsacid—dynasty, rulers who, circa the first century BCE, negotiated power with Imperial Rome. The word conveys the idea of a “champion” or “noble one,” a meaning that lends the name quiet gravitas without flamboyance. In the United States it remains rare—never surpassing rank 806 and appearing only five to nine times in most recent years, placing 924th in 2023—so parents gain distinction without obscurity. Its brisk two-syllable cadence holds steady across languages, requiring no orthographic contortions, and its classical resonance, Arsaces per se, keeps the name anchored in history while feeling modern in situ. For families seeking a cross-cultural choice with ancient credentials and streamlined sound, Ashkan offers a measured, dignified option.

Pronunciation

Persian

• Pronunced as ash-KAHN (/æʃkæn/)

• Ashton
• Asher
• Ashwin
• Ashby
• Ashraf