Shan - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Shan

shahn'shan'1 syllable
🇨🇳Chinese
Strong

MEANING

Mountain

ORIGIN

China

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Mandarin word '山' (shān) meaning 'mountain'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used in names to convey strength and stability.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Commonly used in Chinese place names and surnames.

🇮🇪Irish
Soft

MEANING

Old and wise

ORIGIN

Ireland

ETYMOLOGY

Possibly derived from the Irish name 'Seán', a form of John.

CULTURAL NOTES

Associated with wisdom and leadership in Irish folklore.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used historically in Ireland as a given name.

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