Afshan
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Afshan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 41 babies have been named Afshan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Afshan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,732 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,732
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Afshan
Afshan is a girl name .
Afshan is currently ranked #59,732 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Afshan include Afs, Afsh, Afshy, Afshie, Afy, Afie, and Afskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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