How Many People Are Named Bohdan?
Complete statistics for the name Bohdan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Bohdan is a rare Eastern European name, very uncommon in the US with only 745 people bearing it, which means 1 in 442,693 Americans have this name. It's a rising name, with nearly half of its bearers under 30, making it feel modern despite its peak popularity back in 1952.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, often taking charge in their personal and professional lives.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 41All 894 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: 1952Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Bohdan Through the Generations
Bohdan has seen a resurgence in recent years, with its peak popularity occurring way back in 1952 when 35 babies were given this name. Today, there are 745 people named Bohdan living in the United States, with an average age of 41. The age distribution shows that 437 are under 30, 113 are between 30 and 60, and 344 are over 60, indicating a younger demographic that keeps the name feeling fresh and current.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Bohdan's Ukrainian roots
📄 About the Name Bohdan
How Many People Have the Name Bohdan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 157 people in the United States currently share the name Bohdan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,111,142 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Bohdan a Common or Rare Name?
Bohdan 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 Bohdan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Bohdan Most Popular?
The name Bohdan reached peak popularity in 1952, with 35 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 Bohdan?
Approximately 157 people named Bohdan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 157. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,111,142 Americans.
Is Bohdan a rare name?
Bohdan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,111,142 Americans has this name.
What does the name Bohdan mean?
The meaning and origin of Bohdan are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Bohdan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Bohdan are male and 0% are female.
When was Bohdan most popular?
Bohdan peaked in 1952 with 35 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.