Burhan Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Burhan means 'proof' or 'evidence' in Arabic.
Meaning of the Name Burhan
Burhan is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'proof' or 'evidence'. It is derived from the Arabic word 'burhān', which is often associated with intellectual clarity and logical reasoning. In Islamic tradition, Burhan is the name given to the miraculous proof or evidence that validates the truth of something. This name has a strong spiritual connotation and is often used by Muslim parents to symbolize the importance of knowledge and faith.
Popularity of the Name Burhan
The popularity for the name Burhan peaked in popularity in the year 2018 with 17 births, which ranked number 12,094 out of 29,661 unique names for that year. Burhan had the most male births in 2018 with 17, which ranked number 5,314 out of 14,095 male names. The number of births for the name Burhan has increased sharply over the last ten years from 9 births to 13 births, an increase of 44.44%. Among males, Burhan has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 9 births to 13 births, an increase of 44.44%.
Nationwide Popularity of Burhan
- 20 Year Trend of Burhan: 85.71%
- 10 Year Trend of Burhan: 44.44%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Burhan: 44.44%
Popularity of Burhan by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Burhan. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Burhan in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Burhan is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Burhan
- Total Births of Burhan: 13 (3.75%)
- Male Births of Burhan: 13 (3.75%)
Given the upward trend of Burhan over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 3.75% increase in total births, for a total of 13 births in 2024. Male births for Burhan have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 13 male births in 2024, an increase of 3.75%.