Arshan
2025 SSA
About Arshan
Arshan is a masculine name with Persian and Indian subcontinent origins. In Persian culture, it can mean 'bright' or 'shining,' while in some Indian interpretations it may mean 'height' or 'peak,' symbolizing excellence or achievement. The name has variations including Arshaan or Arshan across different regions. With its strong yet approachable sound, Arshan combines melodic quality with masculine strength. The name remains distinctive in Western countries while being recognized across several Eastern cultures. Its short, two-syllable structure makes it easy to pronounce in multiple languages, contributing to its cross-cultural appeal. Parents might choose Arshan for its meaningful connotations of brilliance and elevation.
Pronounced AHR-shan.
As of October 2026, Arshan ranked #4870 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3611 for boys in 2018.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,904 | 26 | 13.5 |
| 2015 | #4,553 | 21 | 11 |
| 2016 | #4,487 | 22 | 11.6 |
| 2017 | #3,998 | 26 | 14 |
| 2018 | #3,611 | 30 | 16.5 |
| 2019 | #3,803 | 28 | 15.6 |
| 2020 | #4,026 | 25 | 14.5 |
| 2021 | #3,915 | 27 | 15.4 |
| 2022 | #3,885 | 28 | 16 |
| 2023 | #4,893 | 20 | 11.7 |
| 2024 | #3,981 | 27 | 15.7 |
| 2025 | #4,870 | 20 | 11.7 |