Nikan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-kahn / /niːˈkɑːn/Persian; Arabic
Meaning
Nikan (Persian) means 'good'; Nikan (Arabic) means 'to be good'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Persian culture, the name Nikan is associated with positive attributes and is often used to convey goodness and virtue. In Arabic, the name reflects similar values, emphasizing moral character and benevolence.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nikan
- Nikanan
International Variants
- Nikan (Persian)
- Nikan (Arabic)
Famous people named Nikan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikan was first seen in the United States in 2008. Nikan has ranked as high as #1341 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nikan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikan (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 11 |