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Burhan

Boy name · Arabic

Meaningproof, evidence · Arabic

Burhan is an Arabic boy name meaning “proof, evidence”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Word funBurhan doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
  • GenerationBurhan is having its moment right now. Most Burhans are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Burhan would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 90,090 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryBurhan first shows up in US birth records in 1997, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 28 years since.
Baby in a white shirt lying on a bed
hello, little Burhan

US births per million boys, 1997–2025

0612199720002025

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About the name Burhan

Burhan is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “proof, evidence”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Burhan

What does the name Burhan mean?

Burhan means “proof, evidence” and comes from Arabic.

What is the origin of the name Burhan?

Burhan is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).

Is Burhan a boy or girl name?

Burhan is a boy name. In 2025, 19 US boys were named Burhan.

How popular is the name Burhan?

Burhan ranked #5,045 for US boys in 2025, given to 19 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 654 places.

What should I know before naming my baby Burhan?

Burhan is an Arabic boy name meaning “proof, evidence”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.