Zan
Boy nameZan has been given to 773 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1955.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
773
Peak year
1955 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
▲ +60%
Gender split
15% girls / 85% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zan.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zan?
Zan has been given to 773 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zan peak?
Zan peaked in 1955, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Zan a girl or boy name?
Zan is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Zan are boys).
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