Ajahn is a Thai honorific title used to address senior monks and nuns in Theravada Buddhism. It translates to "teacher" or "venerable teacher," and it reflects the deep respect and admiration held for these spiritual leaders within the Buddhist community. The title Ajahn is often accompanied by the person's given name, with the combined usage indicating a high level of reverence and acknowledgment of their wisdom and teachings.
The name Ajahn was relatively popular in 1993, with six recorded births that year.