How Many People Are Named Garang?

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

Garang
Very Rare
South Sudanese

Garang means 'to rise' in its native tongue, making it a name with uplifting origins. Only 45 people named Garang live in the US today, which means 1 in 7,400,014 Americans share this rare moniker. The majority of those named Garang are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~207
Living in US
1 in 1,601,204
Americans
2008
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
To rise
🌐
Origin
South Sudanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Determined Inspiring Hopeful
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

67,341
Worldwide Bearers
#14,345
Global Rank
🇸🇸 South Sudan
52,783
🇸🇩 Sudan
12,494
🇰🇪 Kenya
1,451
🇮🇩 Indonesia
211
🇸🇴 Somalia
160
🇮🇳 India
65
🇺🇸 United States
50
🇨🇦 Canada
27
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
25
🇸🇳 Senegal
23

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
45 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
45
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 45 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: 2008

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
41
Classic Feel
13
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Garang Through the Generations

Garang, a name that's been rising in popularity since its peak in 2008 when 8 babies were given this name, continues to be a very rare choice in the United States. With only 45 individuals bearing this name, it's clear that Garang is a name for the younger generation, with all 45 being under 30 years old. This trend suggests that Garang is a name that's likely to remain stable, as it's still gaining traction among parents looking for unique names.

✨ Similar Names to Garang

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Garang's South Sudanese roots

📄 About the Name Garang

How Many People Have the Name Garang?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 207 people in the United States currently share the name Garang. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,601,204 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Garang a Common or Rare Name?

Garang 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 Garang Mean?

Garang means "to rise" and comes from South Sudanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Garang Most Popular?

The name Garang reached peak popularity in 2008, with 8 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 Garang?

Approximately 207 people named Garang live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 207. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,601,204 Americans.

Is Garang a rare name?

Garang is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,601,204 Americans has this name.

What does the name Garang mean?

Garang means "to rise" and comes from South Sudanese origins.

Is Garang more male or female?

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

When was Garang most popular?

Garang peaked in 2008 with 8 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 US207
All-Time Births207
1 in X1 in 1,601,204
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2008
World Rank#14,345
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.