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Shayaan

Boy name · 8 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Shayaan: 8 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2009.

Shayaan is a name of Persian and Urdu origin, derived from the word “shāyān,” meaning “worthy,” “deserving,” or “suitable,” often carrying connotations of merit and nobility. It is also a variant of the Arabic name Sha’yan, which can mean “matter” or “concern,” giving it a layered significance across cultures. While not widely known among historical figures, the name has gained visibility through modern

Boy 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20095 babies
Latest (2016)
#7073 babies
Total births
8since 2009
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2009 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).