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Shaan

♂ Boy

Pronounced SHAAN /ˈʃææn/Medium

Meaning: Dignity, dignifiedMedium

In 30 seconds: Shaan is an Arabic-rooted boy's name meaning 'dignity' or 'dignified'. It carries a sense of grandeur and self-respect.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningDignity, dignified
U.S. rank (2025)#2223 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births64 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,507

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919702025

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

Shaan derives from Arabic and means dignity or dignified, suggesting stature and worth. The name is widely used across South Asia alongside its Arabic roots. It is borne by the Indian playback singer Shaan, a prolific Bollywood vocalist.

The shorter spelling Shan carries the same meaning and sound. That long double-a center gives Shaan a smooth, drawn-out tone that fits its dignified meaning.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Shaan is 'dignity, dignified', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Shaan — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Shan

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Shaan (1972–present)
    Indian playback singer (born Shantanu Mukherjee), prolific Bollywood vocalist and TV host.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shaan mean?

Shaan is usually explained as meaning 'dignity, dignified' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Shaan?

It's commonly said SHAAN /ˈʃææn/.

Is Shaan a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Shaan is used as a boy name.

How popular is Shaan?

In 2024, Shaan ranked #2086 in the U.S. for boys, with 72 births recorded.

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