Ishpan as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Ishpan

What is the meaning of the name Ishpan ?

The baby name Ishpan is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced ISH-pan (IPA: /ˈɪʃpæn/; alternative: /ˈɪʃpɑːn/).

Ishpan is in Origin.

A rare Hebrew name from the Tanakh, Ishpan appears among the descendants of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:22). The underlying Hebrew form is Yišpān (יִשְׁפָּן). Its etymology is debated: many link it to šāfān, the Hebrew word for the hyrax or “coney,” suggesting a literal sense “hyrax” and by extension nuances like nimble or elusive. Others propose a connection to the verb ṣāpan “to hide, treasure up,” yielding meanings such as “hidden” or “treasured,” though this derivation is less certain.

Usage has remained sparse beyond its brief biblical mention, making Ishpan an uncommon choice in both Jewish and Christian traditions today. Documented variants include Yishpan and, in older transcriptions, Jishpan; it is related in form to the better-known name Shaphan. No widely accepted feminine counterpart is attested. Ishpan may appeal to parents seeking an obscure scriptural name with compact sound and layered, nature-tinged meaning.

⚙ Ishpan does not appear in any of the birth registries or name datasets we track. This usually means it's either extremely rare, a regional/traditional name not captured by official statistics, or a brand-new coinage. Use it knowing your child will almost certainly be the only one in the room.