Pehan
Gender-neutral name · Native American
Meaningcrane · Lakota
Pehan is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “crane”, with Lakota roots. 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Pehan
Pehan is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “crane”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Pehan at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:Native American names
More Native American names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Girl name: Savannah · treeless plain
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Girl name: Winona · firstborn daughter
- Girl name: Nayla · achiever, winner
- Girl name: Savanna · treeless grassland
- Girl name: Kaydence · rhythm
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
Questions about the name Pehan
What does the name Pehan mean?
Pehan means “crane” and comes from Lakota. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Ajijaak (“crane”) and Tsuru (“crane”).
What is the origin of the name Pehan?
Pehan is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Lakota. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”) and Winona (“firstborn daughter”).
Is Pehan a boy or girl name?
Both. Pehan is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
What names are similar to Pehan?
If you like Pehan, you might also like Ajijaak and Tsuru.
What should I know before naming my baby Pehan?
Pehan is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “crane”, with Lakota roots. 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.