Ian: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A gracious gift from above, simply perfect.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #83
- Peak
- #65 in 2003
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ian Means
Ian is a boy name of English origin. A gracious gift from above, simply perfect.
How Popular Ian Is
Ian currently ranks #83 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #65 in 2003. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Ian
- Ian broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #65 in 2003.
- Ian has shown remarkable staying power, holding steady in the top 100.
- Ian has been a top 100 name across 148+ years of American history.
- Ian is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Ian
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ian
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ian.
Questions About Ian
What does Ian mean?
Ian is a boy name of English origin. A gracious gift from above, simply perfect.
How popular is Ian?
Ian currently ranks #83 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #65 in 2003. It has held steady.
Where does Ian come from?
Ian comes from English roots. Ian broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #65 in 2003.
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