Ian
boy name#83 in 2025Ian entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #65 in 2003, ranks #83 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1912–2025
#83
rank today
#65
peak (2003)
3,924
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2198 |
| 1920s | #1813 |
| 1930s | #979 |
| 1940s | #746 |
| 1950s | #577 |
| 1960s | #373 |
| 1970s | #156 |
| 1980s | #83 |
| 1990s | #71 |
| 2000s | #72 |
| 2010s | #77 |
| 2020s | #77 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ian has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 249,000 people named Ian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ian alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ian in 2025?
- Ian ranks #83 among US boy names in 2025, with 3,924 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ian most popular?
- Ian peaked in 2003, reaching #65 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ian with classmates?
- Ian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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