How Many People Are Named Bijan?
Complete statistics for the name Bijan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Bijan, a very rare male name, has only 983 people living in the US today, making up just 1 in 335,554 Americans. That's pretty unique! It peaked in popularity back in 1991 with 71 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes compassion, understanding, and humanitarianism.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 1,019 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: 1991Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Bijan Through the Generations
Over the years, Bijan has seen its fair share of ups and downs. With 983 people named Bijan alive today, it's clear this name isn't common. Born mostly in the early '90s, most people named Bijan are now in their thirties and forties, with a few younger ones too. The trend shows a decline since its peak in 1991, but it still holds a special place between classic and modern naming styles.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Bijan's Persian roots
📄 About the Name Bijan
How Many People Have the Name Bijan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 983 people in the United States currently share the name Bijan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 335,554 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Bijan a Common or Rare Name?
Bijan 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Bijan in SSA data, approximately 97% are male and 3% are female.
When Was Bijan Most Popular?
The name Bijan reached peak popularity in 1991, with 71 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Bijan?
Approximately 983 people named Bijan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,019. That works out to roughly 1 in 335,554 Americans.
Is Bijan a rare name?
Bijan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 335,554 Americans has this name.
What does the name Bijan mean?
The meaning and origin of Bijan are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Bijan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 97% of people named Bijan are male and 3% are female.
When was Bijan most popular?
Bijan peaked in 1991 with 71 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.