Arran
Boy nameArran has been given to 284 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It peaked in 2008. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Arran.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
284
Peak year
2008 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1973
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Arran — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Arran.
FAQ
How popular is the name Arran?
Arran has been given to 284 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Arran peak?
Arran peaked in 2008, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Arran a girl or boy name?
Arran is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Arran are boys).
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