Chanan
Boy nameChanan has been given to 97 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 2014. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Chanan.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
97
Peak year
2014 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
▼ -37%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Chanan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chanan.
Sibling name ideas for Chanan
Same era and popularity as Chanan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Chanan?
Chanan has been given to 97 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Chanan peak?
Chanan peaked in 2014, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Chanan a girl or boy name?
Chanan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Chanan are boys).
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