Ayhan
Turkish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Ayhan
Ayhan is a Turkish given name meaning "moon lord" or "sovereign of the moon," derived from the Old Turkic words *ay* ("moon") and *han* ("ruler, khan").
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Etymology
Ayhan is a Turkish given name meaning "moon lord" or "sovereign of the moon," derived from the Old Turkic words *ay* ("moon") and *han* ("ruler, khan"). It is primarily used in Turkey and among Turkic-speaking cultures, with no specific religious association, though it appears in both Muslim and secular contexts; historically, it was borne by Ayhan Işık, a famous Turkish film actor.
Ayhan currently ranks #3,858 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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