One who gives joy or delight
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Harsha', which translates to joy, delight, or happiness. It is a common name in India and among the Hindu diaspora, often signifying a person who brings cheerfulness to others. In some contexts, it can also be associated with the emotion of thrill or excitement.
Less common today
Harshan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,654 in 2017.
Indian professional footballer
Indian Army officer and Ashoka Chakra recipient
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).