Qian
boy nameQian entered the US charts in 2000, peaked at #8781 in 2014, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2000–2025
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rank today
#8781
peak (2014)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10349 |
| 2010s | #9175 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Qian are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Qian is a kid of about 11 — 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 Qian in 2025?
- Qian is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Qian most popular?
- Qian peaked in 2014, reaching #8781 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Qian with classmates?
- Qian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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