How Many People Are Named Hodan?

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

Hodan
Very Rare
Arabic

Hodan means 'life' in Arabic, making it a name rich with significance. Only 283 people named Hodan live in the US today, which means 1 in 1,167,783 Americans share this rare name. The majority, 95%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~159
Living in US
1 in 2,084,587
Americans
2009
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Life
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Vibrant Hopeful Energetic
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and strong family bonds.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

98,872
Worldwide Bearers
#10,306
Global Rank
🇸🇴 Somalia
52,377
🇸🇴 Somaliland
32,610
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
5,317
🇩🇯 Djibouti
4,132
🇰🇪 Kenya
1,891
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
758
🇬🇧 England
408
🇺🇸 United States
385
🇸🇪 Sweden
350
🇨🇦 Canada
109

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
283 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
272
Would be under 30 (95%)
13
Would be 30–60 (5%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 285 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: 2009

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
73
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Hodan Through the Generations

Hodan emerged as a name in the late 20th century, peaking in popularity in 2009 with 19 births. Today, the name remains stable, with most people named Hodan being under 30 years old. This indicates that it's a relatively new name, embraced by younger generations and still growing in usage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Minnesota 33

✨ Similar Names to Hodan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hodan's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Hodan

How Many People Have the Name Hodan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 159 people in the United States currently share the name Hodan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,084,587 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hodan a Common or Rare Name?

Hodan 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 Hodan Mean?

Hodan means "life" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Hodan Most Popular?

The name Hodan reached peak popularity in 2009, with 19 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 Hodan?

Approximately 159 people named Hodan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 159. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,084,587 Americans.

Is Hodan a rare name?

Hodan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,084,587 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hodan mean?

Hodan means "life" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Hodan more male or female?

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

When was Hodan most popular?

Hodan peaked in 2009 with 19 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 US159
All-Time Births159
1 in X1 in 2,084,587
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2009
World Rank#10,306
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.