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Shaheen
Pronounced shah-HEEN /ΚΙΛhin/Medium
Meaning: From Persian shahin, 'a royal falcon, a peregrine falcon' (a symbol of nobility and freedom)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Shaheen comes from Persian shahin, 'a royal falcon, a peregrine falcon' β a symbol of nobility, freedom, and high aspiration (celebrated by the poet Iqbal). A soaring, noble name across the Persian and South Asian world.
In the U.S. it appears in Persian and South Asian families. Rare, a-royal-falcon at the root, and noble.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Shaheen mean?
Shaheen is Persian for 'a royal falcon'.
How do you pronounce Shaheen?
It's said shah-HEEN /ΚΙΛhin/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Shaheen a boy or girl name?
Shaheen is a boy's name (used for both).
How popular is Shaheen?
Shaheen is a rare name in the U.S.