Arsalan
Arsalan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | ارسلان |
| Pronunciation | ar-sa-LAAN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Arsalan
Arsalan is the Persian and Urdu form of the Turkic arslan, meaning lion. Turkic rulers used it as a title, most famously the Seljuk sultan Alp Arslan, victor at Manzikert in 1071. The extra vowel reflects Persian pronunciation. It is a strong, popular name in Pakistan and Iran.
Is Arsalan a Muslim name?
Yes. Arsalan is a Turkic name used widely by Muslim families in Pakistan, Iran and Central Asia.
Where is the name Arsalan used?
Popular in Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan.
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Spellings and variants of Arsalan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arsalan mean?
Arsalan means 'Lion'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Arsalan a Muslim name?
Yes. Arsalan is a Turkic name used widely by Muslim families in Pakistan, Iran and Central Asia.
How do you write Arsalan in Arabic?
Arsalan is written ارسلان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Arsalan?
Arsalan is pronounced ar-sa-LAAN.