Burhan

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Burhan Pronunciation

Burhan is pronounced boor-HAHN /burˈhɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic burhan, 'proof; evidence; demonstration; clear argument (of faith)'Low

In 30 seconds: Proof; evidence; demonstration: Burhan is Arabic 'proof'. Crisp, dignified, and warm (said 'boor-HAHN').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic burhan, 'proof; evidence; demonstration; clear argument (of faith)'

U.S. rank (2024)#6874 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 262

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Burhan comes from Arabic burhan, 'proof; evidence; demonstration; a clear argument (of faith)' — a word used in the Quran. A crisp, dignified name across Arabic-speaking and South Asian Muslim families (said 'boor-HAHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, proof-and-evidence at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Burhan means 'proof; evidence; demonstration; a clear argument (of faith)' in Arabic — a crisp, dignified name (said 'boor-HAHN').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Burhan — Arabic etymology

Variations

BurhaanBorhan

Themes & Styles

Arabic Muslim

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Burhan?

Burhan is pronounced boor-HAHN (/burˈhɑn/). Press play above to hear Burhan said aloud.

How do you say Burhan?

Burhan is said boor-HAHN (/burˈhɑn/). Press play above to hear Burhan said aloud.

What does the name Burhan mean?

Burhan is Arabic for 'proof; evidence; demonstration; a clear argument'.

Is Burhan a boy or girl name?

Burhan is a boy's name.

How popular is Burhan?

Burhan is a rare name in the U.S.