How Many People Are Named Irfan?

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

Irfan
Very Rare
Arabic

Irfan means 'honest' in Arabic and is a very rare name for boys. Only 1 in 509,308 Americans have this name, making it quite unique among names. The majority of people named Irfan are under 30, showing it's a rising, modern choice.

~1,462
Living in US
1 in 226,709
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Honest
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Honest Caring Dependable
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their creativity and ability to inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

686,221
Worldwide Bearers
#1,416
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
296,425
🇮🇳 India
120,515
🇮🇩 Indonesia
114,560
🇹🇷 Turkey
89,496
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
18,329
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
8,727
🇬🇧 England
4,053
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
3,604
🇺🇸 United States
2,980
🇸🇩 Sudan
2,578

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
648 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 24
417
Would be under 30 (63%)
250
Would be 30–60 (37%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 667 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: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Irfan Through the Generations

Irfan has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in recent years, with 2023 marking its peak at 26 births. This modern name is predominantly favored by younger parents, as evidenced by the age distribution where 417 out of 648 individuals are under 30. being relatively new, Irfan has already established itself as a distinctive choice, with an upward trend suggesting continued growth in usage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 76
California 5
Virginia 5

✨ Similar Names to Irfan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Irfan's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Irfan

How Many People Have the Name Irfan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,462 people in the United States currently share the name Irfan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 226,709 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Irfan a Common or Rare Name?

Irfan 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 Irfan Mean?

Irfan means "honest" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Irfan Most Popular?

The name Irfan reached peak popularity in 2023, with 26 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 Irfan?

Approximately 1,462 people named Irfan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,462. That works out to roughly 1 in 226,709 Americans.

Is Irfan a rare name?

Irfan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 226,709 Americans has this name.

What does the name Irfan mean?

Irfan means "honest" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Irfan more male or female?

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

When was Irfan most popular?

Irfan peaked in 2023 with 26 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 US1,462
All-Time Births1,462
1 in X1 in 226,709
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age24
Peak Year2023
World Rank#1,416
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.