Shayan
Shayan is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Worthy, deserving, or meriting.
Origin and history
Shayan is a masculine name of Persian origin meaning worthy or deserving. It is widely used in Iranian and South Asian communities and has seen moderate, steady growth in the United States over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,296 babies in the United States have been named Shayan since 1880. It ranks #2701 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1448.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46 %)
- NY (22.1 %)
- TX (14.8 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
- VA (3.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 79 |
| 1990-2000 | 457 |
| 2000-2010 | 612 |
| 2010-2019 | 660 |
| 2020-2029 | 488 |
Famous people named Shayan
- Shayan Chowdhury: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Shayan is a traditional Persian name found in classical literature and poetry signifying high regard.
- The name has gained steady popularity in the U.S. since the late 20th century, ranking among the top 1,500 boys' names in recent years.