Athan

Boy name

Athan has been given to 2,173 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It peaked in 2012.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,173

Peak year

2012 (123 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1917

10-year trend

▼ -47%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Athan — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Nathanboy

589,271 babies since 1880

Ethanboy

488,144 babies since 1882

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FAQ

How popular is the name Athan?

Athan has been given to 2,173 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Athan peak?

Athan peaked in 2012, when 123 babies were given the name.

Is Athan a girl or boy name?

Athan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Athan are boys).

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