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Bashan

Boy Name #40,715 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Bashan is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Bashan often also consider Joshualee, Laquin, Alixander .

Popularity Over Time

#40,715
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#40,715
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Bas Bay Basie Bashie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bashan

Is Bashan a boy or girl name?
Bashan is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Bashan?
Bashan is currently ranked #40715 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Bashan?
Common nicknames for Bashan include Bas, Bay, Basie, and Bashie.
Is Bashan a common or rare name?
Bashan is an uncommon name, ranked #40715 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Bashan

Bashan is a boy name .

Bashan is currently ranked #40,715 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Bashan include Bas, Bay, Basie, and Bashie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Bashan include Bashir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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