Govan
boy nameGovan entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3708 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3708
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3817 |
| 1920s | #3930 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Govan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Govan alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Govan in 2025?
- Govan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Govan most popular?
- Govan peaked in 1926, reaching #3708 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Govan with classmates?
- Govan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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