Aslan
Meaning
"lion"
Origin: Turkic
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #1,049
- Total SSA Count
- 210
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Ace, Az
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"lion"
Origin: Turkic
"strong-willed warrior"
Origin: Irish
Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1049 for Aslan.
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Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Aslan at #1049 in the United States.
Aslan means "lion" (Turkic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).
Aslan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.