Orhan
Boy name · 14 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Orhan: 14 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2024.
From Turkish roots, Orhan means "great khan" or "ruler," a title of leadership and strength. Its most famous bearer is the 14th-century Ottoman sultan Orhan I, who expanded the empire into Europe. In modern times, the name is carried by acclaimed British musician and frontman of the indie band The Divine Comedy, Neil Hannon, whose stage surname is not Orhan—but the name does appear in Turkish pop culture, notably through actor Orhan Gencebay. There is no major Scottish place named Orhan, though the same root appears in other Turkic languages. The name remains relatively rare in Scotland, offering a distinctive choice for parents drawn to its historical depth and melodic sound.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20246 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #6474 babies
- Total births
- 14since 2023
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y