Banyan
Boy nameBanyan has been given to 369 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It peaked in 2011. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Banyan.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
369
Peak year
2011 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1996
10-year trend
▼ -77%
Gender split
All boys
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FAQ
How popular is the name Banyan?
Banyan has been given to 369 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Banyan peak?
Banyan peaked in 2011, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Banyan a girl or boy name?
Banyan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Banyan are boys).
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