Dilhan
Persian-Turkish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Dilhan
Dilhan is a Turkish name derived from Persian roots, combining "dil" (heart) and "han" (ruler/khan), meaning "ruler of hearts" or "heart's leader." The name is primarily used in Turkish and Kurdish cultures, with historical usage among Turkic and Persian-influenced populations in the Middle East and Central Asia.
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Etymology
Dilhan is a Turkish name derived from Persian roots, combining "dil" (heart) and "han" (ruler/khan), meaning "ruler of hearts" or "heart's leader." The name is primarily used in Turkish and Kurdish cultures, with historical usage among Turkic and Persian-influenced populations in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Dilhan currently ranks #4,432 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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