Ishaan at a glance
- Meaning
- Sun, ruler
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- I-shaan
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Ishan, Ishaani, Ishaanya, Ishanah, Ishano, Ishen
Lucky details for Ishaan
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Ishaan is a Sanskrit name meaning “sun, ruler”. Parents choose Ishaan for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Ishaan reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Ishaan
What does the name Ishaan mean?
Ishaan means “sun, ruler” and comes from a Sanskrit root.
Is Ishaan a boy or girl name?
Ishaan is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Ishaan?
Ishaan is pronounced I-shaan (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Ishaan?
The lucky number for Ishaan is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Ishaan?
Popular short forms include Isha, Ishi, Ishy, Isy.
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