Amihanᜀᜋᜒᜑᜈ᜔
/ah-MEE-hahn/
Amihan is a Tagalog / Visayan girl's name pronounced /ah-MEE-hahn/. Refers to the cool northeast monsoon breeze and the breeze of the mountains.
Meaning of Amihan
Refers to the cool northeast monsoon breeze and the breeze of the mountains.
The name Amihan is derived from the Tagalog and Visayan languages, referring to the cool northeast wind or monsoon that blows through the Philippines from November to February. In Philippine mythology, it is often personified as a deity of the air or the 'first bird' to inhabit the universe, representing gentleness and renewal.
- Origin
- Tagalog / Visayan
- Pronunciation
- /ah-MEE-hahn/
Cultural background
The name remains a popular choice in the Philippines for its connection to nature and indigenous folklore. It is frequently used for girls but is occasionally utilized as a gender-neutral name in artistic and literary circles.
Variations & nicknames
- Ami
- Mihan
- Ammy
- Amy
Famous people named Amihan
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Amihan
The Guardian of the Wind Gem and Queen of Lireo in the popular fantasy series 'Encantadia'.
Television/Fiction · 2005-present
Amihan Abueva
Prominent regional advocate for children's rights in Southeast Asia and Executive Director of CRC Asia.
Human Rights · 1990s-present
Amihan Ruiz
A well-known Filipina folksinger and musician known for her contributions to local indie music.
Music · 2010s-present
Frequently asked about Amihan
- What does Amihan mean?
- Amihan refers to the cool northeast monsoon breeze and the gentle wind from the mountains in Filipino languages.
- How do you pronounce Amihan?
- It is pronounced ah-MEE-hahn, with the emphasis typically on the second syllable.
- Is Amihan a boy or girl name?
- Amihan is primarily used as a girl's name in the Philippines, though it is sometimes considered unisex due to its elemental meaning.
- What is the origin of the name Amihan?
- The name has Austronesian roots and is indigenous to the Tagalog and Visayan ethnic groups of the Philippines.
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