Gohan

Q: What is the origin of Gohan?

Gohan is of Japanese origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Gohan a boy name?

Gohan is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Rice; Meal"

Gohan is a Japanese common noun meaning cooked rice or meal, also used as a name in modern popular culture contexts.

Themes:japanesewordnamepopularculturefood

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Popularity History of Gohan

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2447Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Gohan did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Gohan Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Gohan.

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gohy

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goha

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gie

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ohan

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hany

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Gohan mean?

Gohan means "Rice; Meal". Gohan is a Japanese common noun meaning cooked rice or meal, also used as a name in modern popular culture contexts.

What is the origin of Gohan?

Gohan is of Japanese origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Gohan?

According to the latest SSA data, Gohan is currently ranked #2447 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Gohan a boy name?

Gohan is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Gohan?

Popular nicknames for Gohan include gohy, goha, gie, gy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Gohan?

There are many names similar to Gohan in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginJapanese

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#2447

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withG

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akira Aizen Akai Akari Akio

Sisters

Aiko Akari Akemi Akiko Akyra

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