Shan
Meaning
mountain
Origin
Chinese
Pronunciation
/ʃæn/
Traits associated with the name Shan:
Dogs named Shan tend to be loving, loyal, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Shan?
Naming your dog Shan may suggest that you have an appreciation for unique and unusual names. It could also suggest that you have a creative side and enjoy expressing yourself through your choices.
Is Shan a good dog name?
Shan is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Shan isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Shan is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Shan was, in the past month, the 6281st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Shan is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Shan was viewed 32 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Shan's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Shan is most adored in North Dakota, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Nebraska and Iowa.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Shan.
Most popular breeds named Shan:
- German Shepherd
- American Pitbull Terrier
Shan is found in these categories:
chinese
Means "mountain" in Mandarin and often used in Chinese names.
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