Jian
Boy nameJian has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1986. It peaked in 2019.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
642
Peak year
2019 (31 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1986
10-year trend
▲ +61%
Gender split
7% girls / 93% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jian — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jian.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jian?
Jian has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1986. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jian peak?
Jian peaked in 2019, when 31 babies were given the name.
Is Jian a girl or boy name?
Jian is primarily a boy name (93% of babies named Jian are boys).
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