How Many People Are Named Arslan?

Complete statistics for the name Arslan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arslan
Very Rare
Turkish

Arslan means 'lion' in Turkish, making it a bold choice for a name. Only 328 people named Arslan live in the US today, which is just 1 in 1,005,505 Americans, making it very rare indeed. The name peaked in popularity in 2024 with 30 births, showing it's gaining traction among younger parents.

~1,026
Living in US
1 in 323,050
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Lion
🌐
Origin
Turkish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
2
Life Path Number

Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

218,300
Worldwide Bearers
#4,792
Global Rank
🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
149,749
🇷🇺 Russia
19,925
🇹🇷 Turkey
16,960
🇵🇰 Pakistan
15,187
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
3,707
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
2,680
🇾🇪 Yemen
1,485
🇸🇾 Syria
1,168
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
1,074
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
816

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
328 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
286
Would be under 30 (86%)
47
Would be 30–60 (14%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 333 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
75
Classic Feel
7
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arslan Through the Generations

Arslan, meaning 'lion' in Turkish, has seen a steady rise in popularity over the past few decades. With only 328 individuals bearing the name in the United States today, it remains a rare gem among names. Interestingly, the majority of those named Arslan are under 30 years old, indicating its status as a modern, trendy choice for new generations. Born in 2024, the peak year saw 30 births, suggesting that Arslan is becoming increasingly favored by parents looking for unique yet strong names.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 34

✨ Similar Names to Arslan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arslan's Turkish roots

📄 About the Name Arslan

How Many People Have the Name Arslan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,026 people in the United States currently share the name Arslan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 323,050 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arslan a Common or Rare Name?

Arslan is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arslan Mean?

Arslan means "lion" and comes from Turkish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arslan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Arslan Most Popular?

The name Arslan reached peak popularity in 2024, with 30 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arslan?

Approximately 1,026 people named Arslan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,026. That works out to roughly 1 in 323,050 Americans.

Is Arslan a rare name?

Arslan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 323,050 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arslan mean?

Arslan means "lion" and comes from Turkish origins.

Is Arslan more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Arslan are male and 0% are female.

When was Arslan most popular?

Arslan peaked in 2024 with 30 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,026
All-Time Births1,026
1 in X1 in 323,050
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2024
World Rank#4,792
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.