Yan
girl nameYan entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #8534 in 2000, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
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rank today
#8534
peak (2000)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11037 |
| 1990s | #11604 |
| 2000s | #13416 |
| 2010s | #15911 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yan alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yan in 2025?
- Yan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Yan most popular?
- Yan peaked in 2000, reaching #8534 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yan with classmates?
- Yan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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