Stan
boy name#9714 in 2025Stan entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #386 in 1959, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#9714
rank today
#386
peak (1959)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2609 |
| 1920s | #1932 |
| 1930s | #871 |
| 1940s | #511 |
| 1950s | #502 |
| 1960s | #547 |
| 1970s | #1149 |
| 1980s | #1797 |
| 1990s | #4068 |
| 2000s | #7866 |
| 2010s | #7325 |
| 2020s | #9133 |
Living bearers
About 5,900 people named Stan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stan alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stan in 2025?
- Stan ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stan most popular?
- Stan peaked in 1959, reaching #386 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stan with classmates?
- Stan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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