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Arshad vs Affan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arshad

Boy #6,369 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"most pious, most rightly guided"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim South Asian Pakistani

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,369
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arshad Rank #6,369
Affan Rank #4,336

Affan is more popular, ranked #4336 vs #6369 for Arshad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arshad or Affan more popular?

Affan is more popular, ranked #4336 compared to Arshad at #6369 in the United States.

What do Arshad and Affan mean?

Arshad means "most pious, most rightly guided" (Arabic origin). Affan means "chaste, modest, pure" (Arabic origin).

Are Arshad and Affan boy or girl names?

Arshad is primarily a boy name. Affan is primarily a boy name.

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