Find out how popular the first name Saban has been for the last 28 years (from 1997 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Saban by gender

Based on the last 28 years of data, Saban is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 12 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Saban.

The history of the first name Saban

The name Saban has its origins in the Persian language, derived from the word "saba" which means "morning breeze" or "morning wind." It is believed to have originated during the ancient Persian era, around the 6th century BC.

The name was initially popular among the Persian people, particularly in the regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia. Over time, it spread to other areas influenced by Persian culture and language, including parts of the Middle East and South Asia.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Saban can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century AD. In this epic, Saban is mentioned as the name of a character, though little is known about the historical significance of this reference.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Saban. One of the earliest was Saban ibn Wazir al-Yazdi, a Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 11th century AD and made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry.

Another prominent figure was Saban Baybars, a Mamluk sultan of Egypt and Syria who ruled from 1260 to 1277 AD. He is renowned for his military prowess and his successful campaigns against the Crusaders and the Mongols.

In the 16th century, Saban Giray was a prominent Khan of the Crimean Khanate, a Tatar kingdom located in modern-day Ukraine and Russia. He played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the region during his reign from 1551 to 1556.

During the 19th century, Saban Efendi was a renowned Ottoman calligrapher and artist, known for his exquisite works in the traditional Islamic calligraphic styles. His works can be found in various museums and collections around the world.

In more recent times, Saban Bajramovic was a Serbian professional basketball player who played in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks and the Detroit Pistons in the early 2000s. He was born in 1976 and was known for his defensive skills on the court.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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