Silan

Silan is a Kurdish girl's name, which is translated into German as 'the rose hip'. The original Kurdish spelling is Şîlan, while the Turkish form is Şilan.

What does the name Silan mean?

The name Silan originates from Kurdish and literally means 'the rose hip'. It is particularly valued and widespread within the Kurdish community.

Where does the name Silan come from?

The first name Silan has Kurdish roots and refers to the meaning 'the rose hip'. The Kurdish word şîlan stands for dog rose, heath rose, or rose hip. The languages include Kurdish and Turkish.

How do you pronounce Silan?

The pronunciation of Silan is clear and consists of two syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Si-lan' [ˈziːlan] or [ˈsiːlan]. The first syllable begins with a long I sound, which conveys a bright tone. The open A of the second syllable gives the name a warm note, while the final N provides a gentle conclusion. This makes Silan friendly and present – harmonious, modern, and sonically clear.

Popularity

In Germany, Silan enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,630th on the list of the most common names for girls. Its best placement was in 2005 at 484th. In the last ten years, Silan has been used as a first name about 160 times, placing it 1,834th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,845th.

Nicknames & pet names

Chilli / Schischi / Shisha / Sili / Silli / Silo / Sîlê

Famous people

• Şilan Makal (actress)