How Many People Are Named Hans?
Complete statistics for the name Hans: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hans, a very rare male name, is held by just 11,358 people in the US, making up 1 in 29,054 Americans. That's pretty unique! It's also interesting how its popularity has been rising since its peak in 1970.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 55All 15,515 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: 1970Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hans Through the Generations
Hans has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, with a notable spike in 1970 when 271 babies were given this name. Today, the average age of those named Hans is 55, indicating a generation that came of age during the late 20th century. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 22% under 30, 40% aged 30-60, and 38% over 60, suggesting a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Hans
Hans is a male given name in Afrikaans, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Faroese, German, Norwegian, Icelandic and Swedish-speaking populations. It was originally short for Johannes (Ioannes), but is now also recognized as a name in its own right for official purposes. The earliest documented usage was in 1356 in Sweden, 1360 in Norway, and the 14th century in Denmark.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hans's German roots
📄 About the Name Hans
How Many People Have the Name Hans?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,238 people in the United States currently share the name Hans. That works out to roughly 1 in every 78,209 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Hans a Common or Rare Name?
Hans is classified as 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 Hans in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Hans Most Popular?
The name Hans reached peak popularity in 1970, with 271 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 Hans?
Approximately 4,238 people named Hans live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,238. That works out to roughly 1 in 78,209 Americans.
Is Hans a rare name?
Hans is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 78,209 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hans mean?
The meaning and origin of Hans are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Hans more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hans are male and 0% are female.
When was Hans most popular?
Hans peaked in 1970 with 271 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.