How Many People Are Named Daran?

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

Daran
Very Rare
Irish/Gaelic

Daran has a classic yet modern feel. Only 541 people named Daran are estimated to be living in the US today, making it very rare, just 1 in 610,435 Americans. It peaked in 1961 with 29 births that year.

~541
Living in US
1 in 610,435
Americans
1961
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Great or oak tree
🌐
Origin
Irish/Gaelic
🌟
Lucky Day
Monday
💎
Lucky Stone
Moonstone
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Compassionate Thoughtful Gentle Supportive
2
Life Path Number

The number 2 is traditionally associated with diplomacy, partnership, and sensitivity. People connected to this number tend to be natural peacemakers who thrive in cooperative settings and value harmony in their relationships.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

8,407
Worldwide Bearers
#68,815
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
5,179
🇮🇳 India
1,021
🇺🇸 United States
701
🇮🇩 Indonesia
297
🇹🇭 Thailand
280
🇬🇧 England
270
🇰🇭 Cambodia
228
🇨🇦 Canada
68
🇳🇬 Nigeria
44
🇹🇼 Taiwan
37

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
532 (98%)
♀ Female
9 (2%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 47
106
Would be under 30 (18%)
359
Would be 30–60 (60%)
135
Would be over 60 (23%)

All 600 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: 1961

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
54
Modern Appeal
46
International
95

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

📜 Daran Through the Generations

The name Daran has a rich history, peaking in 1961 with 29 births, but only 541 people are currently living with this name in the US, making it a truly unique choice. The stark difference between the all-time births (600) and the current living count (541) underscores its rarity. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 18% under 30, 60% aged 30-60, and 22% over 60, indicating a name that has stood the test of time. Despite its small current population, the trend remains stable, suggesting that while Daran may not be widely chosen today, those who do carry the name have a strong connection to it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Ohio 5
Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Daran

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Daran's Irish/Gaelic roots

📄 About the Name Daran

How Many People Have the Name Daran?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 541 people in the United States currently share the name Daran. That works out to roughly 1 in every 610,435 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Daran a Common or Rare Name?

Daran 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 Daran Mean?

Daran means "Great or oak tree" and comes from Irish/Gaelic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Daran in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.

When Was Daran Most Popular?

The name Daran reached peak popularity in 1961, with 29 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 Daran?

Approximately 541 people named Daran live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 600. That works out to roughly 1 in 610,435 Americans.

Is Daran a rare name?

Daran is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 610,435 Americans has this name.

What does the name Daran mean?

Daran means "Great or oak tree" and comes from Irish/Gaelic origins.

Is Daran more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Daran are male and 2% are female.

When was Daran most popular?

Daran peaked in 1961 with 29 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 US541
All-Time Births600
1 in X1 in 610,435
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age47
Peak Year1961
World Rank#68,815
Male %98%
Female %2%

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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.