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Shahin

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Pronounced shah-HEEN /ΚƒΙ‘Λˆhiːn/Medium

Meaning: From Persian shahin, 'royal falcon; peregrine falcon' β€” the swift bird prized in falconry, its name built on shah, 'king.' A soaring, noble name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A soaring name: Shahin is Persian for 'royal falcon' (said 'shah-HEEN'). Swift, noble, and rooted.
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Origin MediumPersian
MeaningFrom Persian shahin, 'royal falcon; peregrine falcon' β€” the swift bird prized in falconry, its name built on shah, 'king.' A soaring, noble name.
U.S. rank (2025)#8140 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1989
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 329

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 198919782025

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

Shahin comes from the Persian shahin, 'royal falcon; peregrine,' the prized bird of falconry, its name rooted in shah, 'king.' A soaring, noble name (said 'shah-HEEN').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records, most often in Persian-heritage families. Rare, soaring, and rooted.

Did you know? Shahin names the royal falcon β€” the swift peregrine prized in Persian falconry β€” a name of speed, height, and nobility, built on shah, 'king' (said 'shah-HEEN').
Overall data confidence 56%
References β€” Shahin β€” Persian shahin, 'royal falcon; peregrine'

Variations

ShaheenShahenShahine

Nicknames

ShahHeen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shahin mean?

Shahin is a Persian name meaning 'royal falcon; peregrine falcon.'

How do you pronounce Shahin?

It's said shah-HEEN /ΚƒΙ‘Λˆhiːn/ β€” two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Shahin a boy or girl name?

Shahin is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Shahin?

Shahin is a rare name in the U.S., seen most in Persian-heritage families.

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