Shahn

Meaning of Shahn

Shahn is a male name with Persian origins. It is pronounced as "shahn" (/ʃɑːn/) in Persian. The name has a variation, Shan. In terms of popularity in the United States, Shahn has been given to a small number of newborn boys over the years. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Shahn ranked 5121st in occurrence in 1977 and 5228th in 1974. It reached its highest rank at 3620th in 1972 and remained relatively steady during the late 1960s and early 1970s, with ranks of 3668th in 1968 and 3282nd in 1970. Shahn carries a unique and cultural sound that may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

Persian

  • Pronunced as shahn (/ʃɑːn/)

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Notable People Named Shahn

Shahn Majid is an English mathematician and theoretical physicist, known for his work at Cambridge University and Harvard University, and as a professor of mathematics at Queen Mary, University of London.
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