Chanan
boy name#12008 in 2025Chanan entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #5123 in 1977, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#12008
rank today
#5123
peak (1977)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5123 |
| 1980s | #7146 |
| 2000s | #11524 |
| 2010s | #9749 |
| 2020s | #12008 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chanan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chanan is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chanan in 2025?
- Chanan ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chanan most popular?
- Chanan peaked in 1977, reaching #5123 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chanan with classmates?
- Chanan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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