شاهين

Sahin

boyTurkish, from Persian shāhīn

Sahin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Falcon”.

MeaningFalcon
GenderBoy
OriginTurkish, from Persian shāhīn
Arabic spellingشاهين
Pronunciationshah-HEEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Sahin

Sahin is the usual English spelling of Turkish Şahin, from the Persian shāhīn, a falcon. The bird has long stood for nobility, courage and keen sight in Persian and Turkish culture. Şahin is one of the most common male names and surnames in Turkey, and the same word gives the South Asian name Shaheen.

Is Sahin a Muslim name?

Yes. Sahin (Şahin) is a Persian-Turkish name widely used by Muslim families, especially in Turkey. It has no religious meaning but is fully acceptable.

Where is the name Sahin used?

Very common in Turkey as a first name and surname; the same name is Shahin in Iran and Shaheen in Pakistan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sahin mean?

Sahin means 'Falcon'. It comes from Turkish, from Persian shāhīn.

Is Sahin a Muslim name?

Yes. Sahin (Şahin) is a Persian-Turkish name widely used by Muslim families, especially in Turkey. It has no religious meaning but is fully acceptable.

How do you write Sahin in Arabic?

Sahin is written شاهين in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Sahin?

Sahin is pronounced shah-HEEN.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.