Yifan
boy name#9714 in 2025Yifan entered the US charts in 2010, peaked at #5526 in 2017, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2010–2025
#9714
rank today
#5526
peak (2017)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #9283 |
| 2020s | #9747 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yifan has been most popular in California.
Living bearers
About 100 people named Yifan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yifan is a kid of about 8 — 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 Yifan in 2025?
- Yifan ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yifan most popular?
- Yifan peaked in 2017, reaching #5526 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yifan with classmates?
- Yifan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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