Birhan Name Meaning & Origin
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Birhan is a common Ethiopian given name derived from Amharic, meaning 'light' or 'brightness'. It is used for both males and females and reflects positive qualities associated with illumination and hope.
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Ethiopian (Amhara and Tigrayans) 85% -
Ethiopian (Oromo) 10%
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Ethiopian (Somali) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Birhan
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Birhan
Birhan Woldu, an Ethiopian woman known for her survival story after the Ethiopian famine; Birhan Mesfin, an Ethiopian long-distance runner; Birhan Asfaw, an Ethiopian singer and songwriter.
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Birhan Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.