Guhan

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Guhan Pronunciation

Guhan is pronounced GOO-hən /ˈɡu.hən/Medium

Meaning: From Tamil/Sanskrit Guhan — a name of Lord Murugan (Kartikeya); from guha, 'a cave; the inner cave of the heart'Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of Lord Murugan: Guhan is Tamil/Sanskrit for 'the dweller of the cave/heart'. Classic, devout, and warm (said 'GOO-hən').

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Origin MediumTamil, Sanskrit

MeaningFrom Tamil/Sanskrit Guhan — a name of Lord Murugan (Kartikeya); from guha, 'a cave; the inner cave of the heart'

U.S. rank (2024)#5978 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 154

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Guhan comes from Tamil/Sanskrit Guhan — a name of Lord Murugan (Kartikeya), the beloved Tamil god of war and victory; from guha, 'a cave; the inner cave of the heart' (the dweller within; we note the deity origin). A classic, devout Tamil boys' name (also the loyal boatman Guhan of the Ramayana; said 'GOO-hən'; nickname Guha).

In the U.S. it appears in Tamil families. Rare, the-dweller-of-the-cave at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Guhan is a name of Lord Murugan (Kartikeya), the Tamil god of war and victory — from guha, 'a cave; the inner cave of the heart' (the divine dwelling within) — a classic, devout name (we note the deity origin; said 'GOO-hən').

Overall data confidence 65%

Tamil references — Guhan — deity name

Variations

GuhaGughan

Nicknames

Guha

Themes & Styles

Sanskrit Hindu Deity-name Tamil

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Guhan?

Guhan is pronounced GOO-hən (/ˈɡu.hən/). Press play above to hear Guhan said aloud.

How do you say Guhan?

Guhan is said GOO-hən (/ˈɡu.hən/). Press play above to hear Guhan said aloud.

What does the name Guhan mean?

Guhan is a Tamil name of Lord Murugan — from guha, 'a cave; the inner cave of the heart'. We note the deity origin.

Is Guhan a boy or girl name?

Guhan is a boy's name.

How popular is Guhan?

Guhan is a rare name in the U.S.