Wise or old; mountain
In Chinese, Shan often translates to 'mountain,' symbolizing strength and stability. In its Gaelic or Irish context, it is a variant of Sean, meaning 'God is gracious,' or related to the word for 'wise' or 'old.'
Fewer than 5 boys were named Shan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional basketball player and Vanderbilt all-time leading scorer
French-Chinese novelist known for The Girl Who Played Go
The main antagonist and leader of the Huns · Mulan
