Ahsan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ahsan has Arabic origins, meaning 'best' or 'most beautiful'. It evolved from the root 'حسن' (ḥ-s-n). The name reflects positive traits and has gained popularity in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Variants include Hasan and Hassan, and it is commonly perceived positively in modern times.
The name Ahsan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ahsan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ahsan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4640th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3218th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ahsan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ahsan"
Pronunciation
/əˈsɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Ahsan is derived from the Arabic root 'حسن' (ḥ-s-n), which means 'to be good' or 'to be beautiful'. The name is often interpreted as 'the best' or 'most beautiful'.
Meaning
best, most beautiful
Language Evolution
حسن (ḥasan), أحسن (ahsan)
Historical Usage
Ahsan has gained popularity in Muslim communities, especially in South Asia, as a name reflecting positive traits such as beauty and excellence.
Variants & Derivatives
Hasan, Hassan, Husain
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ahsan is viewed positively and is associated with moral and aesthetic qualities. It is a common name among Muslim families.
Famous People
Ahsan Khan, a Pakistani actor and television host, Ahsan Iqbal, a Pakistani politician
📊 Ahsan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Ahsan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 61 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ahsan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ahsan"
"Ahsan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5110th of 16616 | 139 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4640th of 24088 | 290 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3218th of 23106 | 429 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahsan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
53.99% 2788th/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
42.99% 1929th/4487 |
59.57% 4064th/6822 |
60.95% 3825th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahsan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ahsan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ahsan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.