How Many People Are Named Avan?

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

Avan
Very Rare
Kurdish, Persian

Avan is a very rare name, barely making it onto the radar. Only 999 people in the US today, and 1 in 330,290 Americans carry it. It peaked in 2012 with 98 births that year.

~999
Living in US
1 in 330,290
Americans
2012
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Water or voice
🌐
Origin
Kurdish, Persian
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Gentle Intuitive Calm Thoughtful
11
Life Path Number

The number 11 is a master number in numerology, representing heightened intuition, spiritual insight, and the ability to inspire others. People associated with this number are often seen as visionary and deeply sensitive to the world around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,341
Worldwide Bearers
#104,860
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
1,732
🇮🇶 Iraq
864
🇮🇩 Indonesia
758
🇺🇸 United States
300
🇸🇪 Sweden
97
🇵🇭 Philippines
63
🇿🇲 Zambia
51
🇰🇼 Kuwait
38
🇷🇺 Russia
33
🇧🇷 Brazil
32

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
943 (94%)
♀ Female
57 (6%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
980
Would be under 30 (96%)
23
Would be 30–60 (2%)
20
Would be over 60 (2%)

All 1,023 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: 2012

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
87
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
93

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

📜 Avan Through the Generations

The name Avan is a fascinating case study in rarity and modernity. With just 1,023 total births across all time and only 999 living bearers in the US today, it's clear why Avan feels so uncommon. Yet, despite its low overall birth rate, the peak year of 2012 saw a significant spike in popularity, with 98 babies named Avan that single year. This indicates a burst of interest in the name, likely driven by parents seeking something unique. The age distribution tells a compelling story too; 96% of Avan bearers are under 30, making it a thoroughly modern name. Meanwhile, the gap between the total births (1,023) and the current living population (999) is relatively small, suggesting many Avans have passed away recently. The stable trend over recent years also supports the idea that while the name was trendy for a brief period, it has since settled into a consistent presence without further growth.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 125
Texas 83
Illinois 11
Ohio 11
Pennsylvania 10
Indiana 7
Georgia 6
Florida 5
Louisiana 5
North Carolina 5

✨ Similar Names to Avan

📄 About the Name Avan

How Many People Have the Name Avan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 999 people in the United States currently share the name Avan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 330,290 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Avan a Common or Rare Name?

Avan 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 Avan Mean?

Avan means "Water or voice" and comes from Kurdish, Persian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Avan in SSA data, approximately 94% are male and 6% are female.

When Was Avan Most Popular?

The name Avan reached peak popularity in 2012, with 98 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Avan?

Approximately 999 people named Avan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,023. That works out to roughly 1 in 330,290 Americans.

Is Avan a rare name?

Avan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 330,290 Americans has this name.

What does the name Avan mean?

Avan means "Water or voice" and comes from Kurdish, Persian origins.

Is Avan more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 94% of people named Avan are male and 6% are female.

When was Avan most popular?

Avan peaked in 2012 with 98 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US999
All-Time Births1,023
1 in X1 in 330,290
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2012
World Rank#104,860
Male %94%
Female %6%

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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.