Iran
boy name#7194 in 2025Iran entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #1566 in 1972, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
#7194
rank today
#1566
peak (1972)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3741 |
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #3146 |
| 1950s | #2736 |
| 1960s | #2124 |
| 1970s | #1859 |
| 1980s | #2809 |
| 1990s | #3372 |
| 2000s | #4119 |
| 2010s | #6776 |
| 2020s | #7835 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Iran has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Iran are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Iran alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Iran in 2025?
- Iran ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Iran most popular?
- Iran peaked in 1972, reaching #1566 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Iran with classmates?
- Iran will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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