Indian name meaning
Vihaan
♂ BoyVi·haan · 2 syllables
Dawn; the beginning of a new era
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Vihan
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Vihaan add up to 19, which reduces to 1.
About the name Vihaan
Vihaan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Dawn; the beginning of a new era.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Vihaan has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Vihan.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vihaan mean?
Vihaan means “Dawn; the beginning of a new era.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Vihaan a boy or a girl name?
Vihaan is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Vihaan?
Vihaan is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Vihaan?
In the Chaldean system, Vihaan has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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