Khan
Khan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ruler, chief, lord”.
| Meaning | Ruler, chief, lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic / Mongolic title |
| Arabic spelling | خان |
| Pronunciation | KHAAN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Khan
Khan is an old Turkic and Mongolic title for a ruler, used by the Turkic khaganates, Genghis Khan and later the Mughal and Central Asian dynasties. In South Asia it became an honorific and then a very common surname, especially among Pashtuns, and it is sometimes given as a first name. It is not Arabic, but it has been part of Muslim naming for centuries.
Is Khan a Muslim name?
Yes, it is widely used by Muslims. Khan is a Turkic title rather than an Islamic name, but it is extremely common among Muslims in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Central Asia, mostly as a surname.
Where is the name Khan used?
Very common as a surname among Pashtuns and other South Asian Muslims; occasionally used as a first name.
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Spellings and variants of Khan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khan mean?
Khan means 'Ruler, chief, lord'. It comes from Turkic / Mongolic title.
Is Khan a Muslim name?
Yes, it is widely used by Muslims. Khan is a Turkic title rather than an Islamic name, but it is extremely common among Muslims in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Central Asia, mostly as a surname.
How do you write Khan in Arabic?
Khan is written خان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khan?
Khan is pronounced KHAAN.