Zan
boy name#8910 in 2025Zan entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2438 in 1950, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#8910
rank today
#2438
peak (1950)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3516 |
| 1920s | #3949 |
| 1930s | #3318 |
| 1940s | #3083 |
| 1950s | #2828 |
| 1960s | #2936 |
| 1970s | #5164 |
| 1980s | #4964 |
| 1990s | #5956 |
| 2000s | #5648 |
| 2010s | #10151 |
| 2020s | #9279 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Zan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zan alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zan in 2025?
- Zan ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zan most popular?
- Zan peaked in 1950, reaching #2438 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zan with classmates?
- Zan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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