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Bекhan

BEK-han

ˈbɛkxɑn

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Bekhan

Origin: Ingush (Russia/Caucasus)
Meaning: a compound Ingush name combining the Turkic bek meaning firm or strong with khan meaning ruler; a name of noble connotation widely used across the Vainakh peoples of the North Caucasus; implies authority, resolve, and leadership — qualities historically valued in the teip clan system that organises Ingush social life
Gender: male

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