Yuan
Boy nameYuan has been given to 212 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 113,872 boys was named Yuan.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
212
Peak year
2024 (19 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1984
10-year trend
▲ +36%
Gender split
17% girls / 83% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Yuan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Yuan.
Sibling name ideas for Yuan
Same era and popularity as Yuan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Yuan?
Yuan has been given to 212 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Yuan peak?
Yuan peaked in 2024, when 19 babies were given the name.
Is Yuan a girl or boy name?
Yuan is primarily a boy name (83% of babies named Yuan are boys).
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