Find out how popular the first name Ehsaan has been for the last 5 years (from 2020 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ehsaan by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Ehsaan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ehsaan.

The history of the first name Ehsaan

The given name Ehsaan traces its origins to the Arabic language and Islamic culture, deriving from the word "ihsan" which means "perfection" or "excellence." This name gained prominence during the early days of Islam, as it embodied the virtues and ideals upheld by the religion.

The first recorded instance of the name Ehsaan can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, where the concept of "ihsan" is mentioned as one of the core principles of faith. The name became popular among Muslims as a way to reflect their devotion to these teachings and their aspiration for excellence in all aspects of life.

One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Ehsaan was Ehsaan al-Kindi, a renowned Arab philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 9th century CE. Al-Kindi was a prominent figure in the House of Wisdom, a prestigious intellectual center in Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate, and is considered one of the first great thinkers of the Islamic Golden Age.

Another notable figure was Ehsaan al-Ghazali, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 11th century CE. Al-Ghazali's works, such as "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," had a profound impact on Islamic thought and philosophy, and he is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Islam.

In the realm of literature, Ehsaan Jami was a celebrated Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 15th century CE. His poetic works, particularly the mystical collection "Haft Awrang" (Seven Thrones), are considered masterpieces of Persian literature and have been widely studied and admired throughout the centuries.

In more recent times, Ehsaan Qadri was a revered Sufi scholar and spiritual leader from Pakistan, who lived from 1917 to 1997. He played a significant role in spreading the teachings of Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam, and his works and teachings continue to influence millions of followers worldwide.

Ehsaan Khan was a prominent Indian classical singer and musician who lived from 1905 to 1977. He was a master of the Khayal and Thumri genres of Hindustani classical music and is remembered as one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century, having trained numerous renowned artists.

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