Declining since 2022, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Tahsin since 1995
Babies named Tahsin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 8 | 11 |
| 2000s | 11 | 37 |
| 2010s | 0 | 48 |
| 2020s | 0 | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Tahsin is a name of Arabic origin meaning improvement or excellence. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1995 and has seen modest use, with its peak popularity in 2004. Since 2022, its usage has been declining. In the most recent year, approximately 1 in 341,615 boys received the name, placing it at rank 12,008. While not among the most common names, Tahsin carries a straightforward meaning and is easily pronounced in English. Its roots in the Arabic root for beauty give it a positive connotation, and it remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with cultural depth.
Tahsin derives from the Arabic root ḥ-s-n (ح-س-ن), which conveys beauty, goodness, and excellence. The noun form signifies improvement or the act of making something better. It is used across the Arabic-speaking world and is also found in Turkish, Bengali, and Urdu, often as a given name reflecting virtuous qualities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tah, Sinny
Sibling names for Tahsin
Names that share Tahsin's style, for a brother or sister.
