Shahin is a Persian name primarily used for males, meaning "Falcon" or "Peregrine." The name is a composite of two nouns: "shah" – king and "īn" – a sign of proportion, freedom, or "royal"; thus, literally translating to "king of the birds." The name is also found with variant spellings, including Chahine, Chahin, Chagin, Shaaheen, Shaahin, Sjahien, and Shaheen. Shahin is a popular name in various cultures and is associated with individuals such as Shaheen Afridi, a Pakistani cricketer, and Shahin Novrasli, an Azerbaijani musical artist. The name has a strong association with birds of prey and carries connotations of strength, nobility, and freedom.