Ehsaan
Ehsaan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Excellence in doing good, kindness”.
| Meaning | Excellence in doing good, kindness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | احسان |
| Pronunciation | eh-SAHN |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — goodness, beauty |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ehsaan
Ehsaan is a South Asian spelling of Arabic iḥsān, the highest level of faith described in the Hadith of Jibrīl as worshipping God as though you see Him. In everyday Urdu, ehsaan also means a kindness or favour done to someone. The double 'aa' shows the long vowel.
Is Ehsaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Ehsaan (Iḥsān) is an Arabic Muslim name rooted in a central Islamic concept of excellence and sincerity.
Is Ehsaan in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Indeed, God commands justice and iḥsān (excellence)' (Quran 16:90).
Where is the name Ehsaan used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and the South Asian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Ehsaan
- Ehsaan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ehsaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ehsaan mean?
Ehsaan means 'Excellence in doing good, kindness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ehsaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Ehsaan (Iḥsān) is an Arabic Muslim name rooted in a central Islamic concept of excellence and sincerity.
How do you write Ehsaan in Arabic?
Ehsaan is written احسان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ehsaan?
Ehsaan is pronounced eh-SAHN.
Is Ehsaan mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Indeed, God commands justice and iḥsān (excellence)' (Quran 16:90).