Gahan
Pronunciation: [ g-AH-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gahan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 22 babies have been named Gahan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gahan is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,596 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,596
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Gahan
Gahan is a boy name .
Gahan is currently ranked #33,596 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gahan include Gah and Gahie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis