Jihan
Jihan is a Muslim girl name meaning “World, universe”.
| Meaning | World, universe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Turkish |
| Arabic spelling | جيهان |
| Pronunciation | jee-HAHN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Jihan
Jihan comes from Persian jahān, 'the world', which passed into Ottoman Turkish as cihan. It became a fashionable girls' name in Egypt and the Levant in the 20th century, and the best-known bearer is Jehan Sadat, wife of Egyptian president Anwar Sadat. In Turkey the same name is spelled Cihan and is used for boys.
Is Jihan a Muslim name?
Yes, Jihan is used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and Turkey. It is Persian rather than Arabic in origin and has a neutral, positive meaning.
Where is the name Jihan used?
Popular for girls in Egypt, Lebanon and Morocco (often Jihane); in Turkey Cihan is mostly male.
Gifts with the name Jihan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jihan mean?
Jihan means 'World, universe'. It comes from Persian / Turkish.
Is Jihan a Muslim name?
Yes, Jihan is used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and Turkey. It is Persian rather than Arabic in origin and has a neutral, positive meaning.
How do you write Jihan in Arabic?
Jihan is written جيهان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jihan?
Jihan is pronounced jee-HAHN.