Ilhan

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Pronounced il-HAHN /ɪlˈhɑn/Medium

Meaning: From the Turkish/Mongolian Ilhan — 'a ruler of a realm; a subordinate khan/emperor'; used for both sexes; here for a girlLow

In 30 seconds: A ruler; a khan/emperor: Ilhan is Turkish. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'il-HAHN'). Used for both sexes.

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Origin LowTurkish

MeaningFrom the Turkish/Mongolian Ilhan — 'a ruler of a realm; a subordinate khan/emperor'; used for both sexes; here for a girl

U.S. rank (2025)#9710 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 422

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ilhan comes from the Turkish/Mongolian Ilhan — 'a ruler of a realm; a subordinate khan/emperor'; used for both sexes. A crisp, classic name (here for a girl, borne by U.S. congresswoman Ilhan Omar; slug distinguished; said 'il-HAHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Turkish and Somali families. Rare, a-ruler at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Ilhan is Turkish/Mongolian for 'a ruler of a realm; a subordinate khan' — used for both sexes, crisp and classic (said 'il-HAHN').

Overall data confidence 30%

References — Ilhan — Turkish; unisex

Variations

IlhaanIlkhan

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ilhan mean?

Ilhan is Turkish/Mongolian for 'a ruler of a realm; a subordinate khan'; used for both sexes; here for a girl.

How do you pronounce Ilhan?

It's said il-HAHN /ɪlˈhɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Ilhan a boy or girl name?

Ilhan is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Ilhan?

Ilhan is a very rare name in the U.S.