Nishan
Meaning of Nishan
The name Nishan is a male given name with Armenian roots, pronounced as nee-SHAHN (/niʃɑn/). It carries a sense of tradition and cultural richness, often associated with honor and distinction. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States over the years, reflecting its unique appeal and cultural significance. A notable variation of Nishan is Nishant. Despite its relatively low occurrence, with peak popularity in 2008 when it ranked at 4676, Nishan maintains a timeless charm that resonates with parents looking for a distinctive yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Armenian
- Pronunced as nee-SHAHN (/niʃɑn/)
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Notable People Named Nishan
| Kottasinghakkarage Nishan Madushka Fernando is a Sri Lankan cricketer who made his List A debut for Dambulla in 2018. |
| Cedric Nishan Canagarajah is a British Tamil academic and the current president and vice-chancellor of the University of Leicester, previously serving as one of the pro-vice-chancellors of the University of Bristol. |
| Nishan Connell Burkart is a Swiss professional footballer known for playing as a centre-forward for Swiss Super League club Winterthur. |
| Nishan Velupillay is an Australian professional footballer known for playing as a forward for Melbourne Victory. |
| Nishan Duraiappah is the current Chief of Police with the Peel Regional Police, serving the cities of Brampton and Mississauga in Canada. |
