Khan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Khan Name at a Glance

Name	Khan
Meaning	Pathan. Leader..
Origin	Muslim
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Khan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Khan means “Pathan. Leader”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Khan Name Origin

Our database records Khan under Muslim origin. Browse more Muslim baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Khan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Khan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Khan

When considering Khan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.