Living, alive, or modest
In Arabic, Hayan (often transliterated as Hayyan) is an ancient name meaning 'living' or 'alive.' It can also carry connotations of modesty or bashfulness in certain linguistic contexts. It is a rare choice in the United States, offering a distinct sound while remaining easy to pronounce.
Less common today
Hayan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,249 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
8th-century polymath and father of early chemistry
Early Islamic scholar and judge
