Roan
boy name#1305 in 2025Roan entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #1305 in 2025, ranks #1305 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1926–2025
#1305
rank today
#1305
peak (2025)
149
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4201 |
| 1930s | #3113 |
| 1960s | #3794 |
| 1970s | #4818 |
| 1980s | #6092 |
| 1990s | #6121 |
| 2000s | #1916 |
| 2010s | #1633 |
| 2020s | #1415 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Roan has been most popular in CA, TX, NC.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Roan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Roan 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 Roan in 2025?
- Roan ranks #1305 among US boy names in 2025, with 149 babies given the name.
- When was the name Roan most popular?
- Roan peaked in 2025, reaching #1305 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Roan with classmates?
- Roan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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