San
girl name#10917 in 2025San entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1135 in 1950, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
#10917
rank today
#1135
peak (1950)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1956 |
| 1920s | #3797 |
| 1930s | #3286 |
| 1940s | #2643 |
| 1950s | #1556 |
| 1960s | #1697 |
| 1970s | #2541 |
| 1980s | #4923 |
| 1990s | #9880 |
| 2000s | #16030 |
| 2010s | #16317 |
| 2020s | #12805 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named San are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical San alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name San in 2025?
- San ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name San most popular?
- San peaked in 1950, reaching #1135 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name San with classmates?
- San will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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