Hans
boy name#1323 in 2025Hans entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #290 in 1885, ranks #1323 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1323
rank today
#290
peak (1885)
146
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #343 |
| 1890s | #426 |
| 1900s | #572 |
| 1910s | #617 |
| 1920s | #777 |
| 1930s | #682 |
| 1940s | #925 |
| 1950s | #675 |
| 1960s | #510 |
| 1970s | #553 |
| 1980s | #655 |
| 1990s | #888 |
| 2000s | #1299 |
| 2010s | #1500 |
| 2020s | #1402 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hans has been most popular in CA, MN, TX.
Living bearers
About 11,500 people named Hans are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hans alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hans in 2025?
- Hans ranks #1323 among US boy names in 2025, with 146 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hans most popular?
- Hans peaked in 1885, reaching #290 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hans with classmates?
- Hans will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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