Bijan
Bijan is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Hero, ancient hero.
Origin and history
Bijan is a classic masculine name of Persian origin, meaning 'hero' or 'ancient hero'. It holds deep roots in Persian mythology and literature, notably featured in the epic Shahnameh. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice, primarily used within Iranian-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
998 babies in the United States have been named Bijan since 1880. It ranks #3684 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1897.
States where it is most popular
- CA (87.7 %)
- NY (6 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- TX (1.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 21 |
| 1980-1990 | 258 |
| 1990-2000 | 453 |
| 2000-2010 | 175 |
| 2010-2019 | 55 |
| 2020-2029 | 30 |
Famous people named Bijan
- Bijan Pakzad: Fashion Designer, Businessman
- Bijan Robinson: Athlete, Football Player
Fun facts
- Bijan is a prominent hero in Ferdinand Ferdowsi's 10th-century Persian epic, the Shahnameh.
- The name achieved international fame via Iranian-American designer Bijan Pakzad, known for his exclusive luxury brand.