Karan
boy name#6803 in 2025Karan entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #1327 in 1995, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
#6803
rank today
#1327
peak (1995)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5101 |
| 1980s | #3710 |
| 1990s | #1789 |
| 2000s | #2258 |
| 2010s | #4440 |
| 2020s | #6435 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karan has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Karan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karan alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karan in 2025?
- Karan ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karan most popular?
- Karan peaked in 1995, reaching #1327 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Karan with classmates?
- Karan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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