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Aahan

AH-hahn · Unknown, possibly derived from Sanskrit 'Aahan' meaning 'morning' or 'dawn'.

2025 rank (boys)
#4,139
Babies named in 2025
25
Peak popularity
2021
2025 frequency
1 in 68,323 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #4,139 for boys today.

Popularity of Aahan since 2005

Babies named Aahan per year in U.S. Social Security records.

21426320102020Most births 2021Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s58
2010s295
2020s233

Meaning & origin

Aahan has been used in the United States since at least 2005, when it first appeared in Social Security Administration records. Its popularity peaked in 2021, but has since declined, with the trajectory showing a falling trend starting in 2022. In 2025, the name ranked 4139 with approximately 1 in 68,323 male births. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting a concentration in states with significant Indian-American populations. Despite its recent rise, Aahan remains an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with Sanskrit roots.

Aahan is a modern name of Sanskrit origin, likely related to the word 'Aha' meaning 'day' or 'morning' in ancient Indian languages. The name gained attention in the early 2000s, particularly in the United States, where it may have been influenced by Indian diaspora communities or contemporary naming trends.

Where Aahan is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ahan, Han

Variants: Ahan, Aahaan

Sibling names for Aahan

Names that share Aahan's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aanya, Anaya, Ishani, Kavya, Riya

Brothers: Aryan, Rohan, Arjun, Vihaan, Kian

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aahan mean?
The name Aahan is of Sanskrit origin and may mean 'morning' or 'dawn', though its exact meaning is uncertain.
Is Aahan a common name?
Aahan is relatively rare in the United States. In 2025 it ranked 4139, with about 1 in 68,323 male newborns given the name.
Is Aahan a boy's name?
Yes, Aahan is used almost exclusively as a masculine given name.