Ayhan

Ayhan is a unisex name of Turkish origin meaning “king of the moon.” In 2024 it was given to 17 babies in the United States.

Ayhan at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Turkish
Meaning
“king of the moon”

About the name Ayhan

Ayhan belongs to the Turkish tradition. Its meaning — “king of the moon” — is the sense carried by its Turkish roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Ayhan first appears in Social Security records in 2011 and has been given to 81 babies since 1880, including 17 in 2024.

Ayhan in US records

First recorded (US)
2011
Babies named Ayhan in 2024
17
Total since 1880
81

Ayhan in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
1996
Babies named Ayhan in 2025
25
Total since 1996
130

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ayhan mean?

Ayhan means “king of the moon” in its Turkish roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Ayhan a boy or girl name?

Ayhan is a unisex name. In 2024, 17 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Ayhan?

Ayhan comes from the Turkish tradition.

How popular is the name Ayhan?

Ayhan is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 2011 and has been given to 81 babies since 1880.

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