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Vahan

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Pronounced vah-HAHN /vɑˈhɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Armenian Vahan, 'a shield' (a symbol of protection)Low

In 30 seconds: A shield: Vahan is Armenian 'a shield'. Crisp, strong, and warm (said 'vah-HAHN').

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Origin LowArmenian

MeaningFrom Armenian Vahan, 'a shield' (a symbol of protection)

U.S. rank (2024)#7196 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 211

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

Vahan comes from Armenian Vahan, 'a shield' (a symbol of protection). Borne by the 5th-century hero Vahan Mamikonian and by St. Vahan. A crisp, strong Armenian name (said 'vah-HAHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Armenian families. Rare, a-shield at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Vahan means 'a shield' in Armenian — a symbol of protection — borne by St. Vahan and the hero Vahan Mamikonian — a crisp, strong name (said 'vah-HAHN').

Overall data confidence 48%

References — Vahan — Armenian etymology

Variations

VaheVahagn

Nicknames

Vahe

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vahan mean?

Vahan is Armenian for 'a shield' (a symbol of protection).

How do you pronounce Vahan?

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

Is Vahan a boy or girl name?

Vahan is a boy's name.

How popular is Vahan?

Vahan is a rare name in the U.S.