Carlan
boy nameCarlan entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #2919 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
—
rank today
#2919
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3194 |
| 1970s | #5355 |
| 1990s | #8268 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
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 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
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 boy names.
- When was the name Carlan most popular?
- Carlan peaked in 1946, reaching #2919 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carlan with classmates?
- Carlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Carlan and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle