Shan
/shan/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Shan is a English name meaning "God is gracious". The etymology is complex as it has multiple origins. It can derive from the Irish Gaelic Sean meaning 'old, wise'. It can also be a short form of John (Hebrew Yochanan). It's also used in some Asian cultures.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic shan
IPA ʃæn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as shan. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Shan
- · Shan Deng - Chinese basketball player
- · Shan Foster - American basketball player
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