How Many People Are Named Ghassan?
Complete statistics for the name Ghassan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ghassan is a very rare name, with only 387 living in the U.S. today. That's 1 in 853,080 Americans. It's also getting more popular, especially among young people under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 6 is traditionally associated with harmony, balance, and nurturing. It represents a focus on family and community, and those born under this number often have a caring nature.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 21All 396 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: 2016Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ghassan Through the Generations
The name Ghassan has seen a rise in popularity, particularly in recent years. With just 396 total births across all time but 387 currently living, the gap is closing, indicating a growing trend. The peak year was 2016, when 19 babies were named Ghassan. This name is predominantly male and has a strong presence among those under 30, with 272 individuals in that age bracket. The average age of 21 suggests a relatively young demographic, and the fact that there are no individuals over 60 indicates a very recent surge in popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Ghassan
Ghassan is an Arabic given name, the name of the founder of the Christian Ghassan dynasty (Ghassanids). It is used among Muslims, Christians, and Druze. Notable people with the name include:Abu Ghassan, Palestinian politician Ghassan Abu-Sittah, Palestinian-British surgeon Ghassan Achi, Lebanese skier Ghassan Alian, Israeli commander of the IDF Golani Brigade Ghassan Afiouni, Lebanese scientist Ghassan Andoni, Palestinian Christian physicist and peace activist Ghassan Ashqar (1937–2022), Lebanese politician Ghassan Ben Jeddou, Tunisian/Lebanese journalist Ghassan Elashi, Palestinian American i…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ghassan's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Ghassan
How Many People Have the Name Ghassan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 387 people in the United States currently share the name Ghassan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 853,080 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Ghassan a Common or Rare Name?
Ghassan 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 Ghassan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Ghassan Most Popular?
The name Ghassan reached peak popularity in 2016, with 19 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 Ghassan?
Approximately 387 people named Ghassan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 396. That works out to roughly 1 in 853,080 Americans.
Is Ghassan a rare name?
Ghassan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 853,080 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ghassan mean?
The meaning and origin of Ghassan are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Ghassan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ghassan are male and 0% are female.
When was Ghassan most popular?
Ghassan peaked in 2016 with 19 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.