The nameAyhan

Ayhan is a Turkish boy's name.

Meaning

From the Turkish ay, "moon", and han, "khan, ruler".

Origin

Turkish.

History

In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1970s.

Popularity of the name Ayhan

Ayhan in France

1358thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (25 births)
645babies named Ayhan in France since 1900
01325 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Ayhan was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 145 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Ayhan. Its rise began around 1973, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Ayhan in France were born before 2001.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ayhan mean?

From the Turkish ay, "moon", and han, "khan, ruler".

What is the origin of the name Ayhan?

Turkish.

Is Ayhan a girl's or a boy's name?

Ayhan is a boy's name.