Onan
boy nameOnan entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3517 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#3517
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3517 |
| 2000s | #9585 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
| 2020s | #9450 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Onan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Onan is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Onan in 2025?
- Onan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Onan most popular?
- Onan peaked in 1921, reaching #3517 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Onan with classmates?
- Onan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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