Handan

Handan is a feminine first name of Turkish origin that traces back to Persian roots. Translated into German, it means 'the Laughing' or 'the Smiling'.

What does the name Handan mean?

Handan is a name for girls that originates from Turkish and has Persian roots. Its meaning in German is 'the Laughing' and 'the Smiling'. The origin of the name lies in the Old Persian term ⁠xandīdan (خندیدن), which means 'to laugh' and 'to smile'. Additionally, there is a city in China that bears this name.

Where does the name Handan come from?

The name Handan has its roots in Old Persian and means 'the Laughing'. The Old Persian term ⁠xandīdan (خندیدن) consists of the words for 'to laugh' and 'to smile'. It is used in both Turkish and Persian.

How do you pronounce Handan?

The pronunciation of Handan is two syllables, pleasant and expressive. In the German language, the name is typically pronounced as 'Han-dan' [ˈhandan]. It begins powerfully and has a harmonious finish, creating a balanced combination of strength and gentleness. This blend of a distinctive beginning and a smooth ending gives the name presence, friendliness, and elegance. Overall, Handan appears confident, charming, and cultured – a name that radiates energy, warmth, and subtle sophistication while conveying both character strength and empathetic softness.

Popularity

In Germany, Handan is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of most common names for girls. Its best placement was in 2009, when it reached 2,111th place. Over the last ten years, Handan has been given as a first name approximately 20 times, placing it 6,382nd in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,669th.

Nicknames & pet names

Handi / Hanfan / Hanni

Famous people

• Handan Ipekci (film director)