Boy • Traditional Tamil
Ishan
இஷான்
Signature Meaning
Ishan is a popular masculine name used across South Asia, including Tamil-speaking communities. It is traditionally associated with the Sanskrit root meaning “lord” or “ruler” and is often linked to the Hindu god Shiva. The name also carries a classical sense of the northeast direction in Indian cosmology. Overall it conveys strength and spiritual association without being overly religious in everyday use.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
TraditionalSpiritualMythology
Starts withஇ / I
Syllables2 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
9· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likeih-SHAAN
Tamil syllablesஇ-ஷா-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./iʃaːn/ (~ /iʂaːn/)
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
IshaanEeshanEeshaanIsanIshhanIsaan