jashan

Jashan is a given name of South Asian origin, commonly used in India, Pakistan, and among diaspora communities. It is derived from the Persian and Urdu term jashn, meaning "festival" or "celebration." The spelling Jashan is a transliteration variant of jashn, with other forms including Jashna and Jashane in different languages or scripts. The name is used across genders in various communities and can be part of longer names such as Jashanpreet or Jashanjit in Punjabi contexts.

In addition to personal naming, Jashan appears in popular culture as a title or motif. Across Indian cinema and music, the term has been used for films, songs, and albums that evoke celebration or festivity. The word also functions as a common noun in Urdu and Persian-speaking spheres to denote festivals, commemorations, or public celebrations.

Regional usage: In Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu-speaking regions, Jashan is also encountered in everyday language to refer to celebrations and ceremonial occasions, such as weddings, religious or cultural festivals, and national or community events.

See also: Jashn, the more common transliteration of the same root.