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Ilhan

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Ilhan Pronunciation

Ilhan is pronounced il-HAHN /ɪlˈhɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Turkish/Mongolian, 'ruler of a realm; a leader of all; an emperor' (il, 'realm; nation', + han/khan, 'ruler') — the title of the Ilkhanate rulersLow

In 30 seconds: Ruler of all; emperor: Ilhan is Turkish. Crisp, regal, and warm (said 'il-HAHN').
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Origin LowTurkish, Mongolian
MeaningFrom Turkish/Mongolian, 'ruler of a realm; a leader of all; an emperor' (il, 'realm; nation', + han/khan, 'ruler') — the title of the Ilkhanate rulers
U.S. rank (2024)#7402 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 158

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

US baby name popularity trendUS births per year from 2002 to 2024. Peak in 2022 with 14 births.07142002202020222024peak 2022 · 14

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

History & Origin

Ilhan comes from Turkish/Mongolian, 'ruler of a realm; a leader of all; an emperor' (il, 'realm; nation', + han/khan, 'ruler') — the title of the Ilkhanate rulers descended from Genghis Khan. A crisp, regal name (said 'il-HAHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Turkish and Somali families. Rare, ruler-of-all at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Ilhan means 'ruler of a realm; a leader of all; an emperor' in Turkish/Mongolian (il, 'realm', + han/khan, 'ruler') — the title of the Ilkhanate rulers — crisp and regal (said 'il-HAHN').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Ilhan — Turkish etymology

Variations

IlkhanIlhan

Themes & Styles

If you like Ilhan…

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ilhan?

Ilhan is pronounced il-HAHN (/ɪlˈhɑn/). Press play above to hear Ilhan said aloud.

How do you say Ilhan?

Ilhan is said il-HAHN (/ɪlˈhɑn/). Press play above to hear Ilhan said aloud.

What does the name Ilhan mean?

Ilhan is Turkish/Mongolian for 'ruler of a realm; a leader of all; an emperor' (il, 'realm', + khan, 'ruler').

Is Ilhan a boy or girl name?

Ilhan is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Ilhan?

Ilhan is a rare name in the U.S.

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