Carlan
girl nameCarlan entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #5414 in 1951, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#5414
peak (1951)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5544 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
| 1970s | #8358 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Carlan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Carlan alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carlan in 2025?
- Carlan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Carlan most popular?
- Carlan peaked in 1951, reaching #5414 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carlan with classmates?
- Carlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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