How Many People Are Named Hakan?

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

Hakan
Very Rare
Hebrew

Hakan means 'supplanter' in Hebrew, making it a name rich with historical significance. Only 359 people named Hakan live in the US today, which means 1 in 919,030 Americans share this rare name. The majority, 82%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~359
Living in US
1 in 919,030
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Determined Strong Confident
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

253,691
Worldwide Bearers
#4,145
Global Rank
🇹🇷 Turkey
238,448
🇩🇪 Germany
3,528
🇺🇸 United States
1,349
🇳🇱 Netherlands
1,133
🇵🇱 Poland
895
🇨🇾 Northern Cyprus
841
🇸🇪 Sweden
739
🇬🇧 England
738
🇫🇷 France
557
🇧🇪 Belgium
488

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
359 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 20
300
Would be under 30 (82%)
67
Would be 30–60 (18%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 367 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: 2017

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
76
Classic Feel
14
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Hakan Through the Generations

Hakan has seen a steady rise in popularity, peaking in 2017 with 18 births. Today, the name's bearers are predominantly young, with 300 under 30 years old, 67 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60. This age distribution reflects its status as a newer-generation name, favored by parents looking for something unique yet meaningful.

✨ Similar Names to Hakan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hakan's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Hakan

How Many People Have the Name Hakan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 359 people in the United States currently share the name Hakan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 919,030 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hakan a Common or Rare Name?

Hakan 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 Hakan Mean?

Hakan means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Hakan Most Popular?

The name Hakan reached peak popularity in 2017, with 18 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 Hakan?

Approximately 359 people named Hakan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 367. That works out to roughly 1 in 919,030 Americans.

Is Hakan a rare name?

Hakan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 919,030 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hakan mean?

Hakan means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Hakan more male or female?

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

When was Hakan most popular?

Hakan peaked in 2017 with 18 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.

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 US359
All-Time Births367
1 in X1 in 919,030
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age20
Peak Year2017
World Rank#4,145
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.