How popular is the name Nan in 2025?

Nan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Nan most popular?

Nan peaked in 1883, reaching #336 among US girl names.

Nan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Nan entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #336 in 1883, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#336

peak (1883)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 4,800 people named Nan are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Nan alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Nan in 2025?: Nan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Nan most popular?: Nan peaked in 1883, reaching #336 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Nan with classmates?: Nan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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