Eshan

Eshan is a masculine given name used in South Asia and among related diaspora communities. It is commonly found in countries such as India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, as well as among people of South Asian heritage living abroad. While primarily a given name, it has occasionally appeared as a surname in some families.

Etymology and meaning

The name is often treated as a variant of Ishan, which itself derives from Sanskrit. Ishan is linked to the concept of a lord or ruler, and in Hindu tradition it is associated with auspicious or celestial associations, including connections to the northeast direction in astrology and, in some contexts, to the sun. The spelling Eshan reflects transliteration from various languages and scripts, including Hindi, Nepali, Bengali, and Tamil. Other common spellings include Ishaan, Ishan, and Esan. It is important to note that Ehsan, a similar-sounding name, generally has Persian origins and a distinct meaning (grace or favor).

Usage and cultural context

Eshan is primarily used as a male given name. It is widely adopted across linguistic and religious communities in the region and has become familiar in the South Asian diaspora worldwide. Variations in spelling often arise from differences in script and transliteration, but the pronunciation remains broadly similar across communities.

See also

Related names and variants include Ishaan, Ishan, Esan, and Isha-related names, reflecting the common roots in Sanskrit-derived naming traditions.