NAME PROFILE
Hanif
A name of Arabic and Sanskrit origin meaning 'ruler,' 'emperor,' or 'one who is deserving'; Arhaan conveys a sense of natural leadership, innate wisdom, and a charismatic personality that commands respect.
Key Stats
| Total births | 784 |
| Gender | Male (22% / 78%) |
| Peak year | 1996 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1975 |
| Most recent | 2017 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 74%NY — 15%NJ — 11%AK — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Arhaan Khan (Actor and Model in 'Bigg Boss') · Arhaan Behll (Television Actor in 'Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya') · Arhaan Singh (Former Child Actor in 'English Babu Desi Mem') · Arhaan Faizee (Digital Creator and Fashion Personality) · Arhaan Hussain (Creative Writer and Social Activist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ArhiAriHan
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