Alishan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Alishan is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
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Alishan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 25 babies have been named Alishan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alishan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,519 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,519
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Alishan
Alishan is a boy name .
Alishan is currently ranked #35,519 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alishan include Ali, Alis, Alisy, Alisie, Han, Hany, Hanie, Aly, Alie, and Alikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alishan include Alistair, Alister . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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