Ien
Boy nameIen has been given to 16 babies in the U.S. since 2008. It peaked in 2011.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
16
Peak year
2011 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2008
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ien — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ien.
Sibling name ideas for Ien
Same era and popularity as Ien, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ien?
Ien has been given to 16 babies in the U.S. since 2008. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ien peak?
Ien peaked in 2011, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Ien a girl or boy name?
Ien is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ien are boys).
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