Afnan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAF-nan / /æfˈnæn/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
fragrant; blooming
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Afnan refers to the branches of a tree, symbolizing growth and beauty. In Persian, it conveys the idea of fragrance and blooming, often associated with nature and positive attributes. The name is used in various cultures influenced by Arabic and Persian languages.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Afnan
- Afnaan
International Variants
- Afnan (Arabic)
- Afnan (Persian)
Famous people named Afnan
Afnan Al-Zahrani — Saudi Arabian footballer.
Afnan Al-Shahrani — Saudi Arabian artist.
Fictional characters named Afnan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Afnan was first seen in the United States in 2002. Afnan has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Afnan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Afnan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 12 |