How Many People Are Named Iroh?

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

Iroh
Very Rare
Chinese

Iroh means 'elder brother' in Chinese, making it a name rich with familial warmth. Only 299 people named Iroh live in the US today, with just 1 in 1,104,323 Americans bearing this very rare moniker. It's a rising star, peaking in popularity in 2024.

~299
Living in US
1 in 1,104,323
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Elder brother
🌐
Origin
Chinese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Wise Caring Respected
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes adventure, change, and freedom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

24,818
Worldwide Bearers
#32,194
Global Rank
🇮🇩 Indonesia
24,505
🇳🇬 Nigeria
261
🇹🇼 Taiwan
19
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
12
🇳🇪 Niger
6
🇲🇾 Malaysia
4
🇨🇲 Cameroon
2
🇨🇳 China
1
🇬🇧 England
1
🇮🇳 India
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
299 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 5
301
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 301 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: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
73
Classic Feel
4
Modern Appeal
100
International
98

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

📜 Iroh Through the Generations

Iroh, a name steeped in cultural significance, has seen a surge in popularity, particularly among younger generations. With 301 total births recorded since its inception, the name has become increasingly favored, especially in recent years. By 2024, the peak year for Iroh's usage, 54 babies were given this name, marking a significant milestone in its adoption. Today, most people named Iroh are under 30, indicating its status as a modern choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 45
Texas 12
Florida 6

✨ Similar Names to Iroh

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Iroh's Chinese roots

📄 About the Name Iroh

How Many People Have the Name Iroh?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 299 people in the United States currently share the name Iroh. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,104,323 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Iroh a Common or Rare Name?

Iroh 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 Iroh Mean?

Iroh means "elder brother" and comes from Chinese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Iroh Most Popular?

The name Iroh reached peak popularity in 2024, with 54 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 Iroh?

Approximately 299 people named Iroh live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 301. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,104,323 Americans.

Is Iroh a rare name?

Iroh is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,104,323 Americans has this name.

What does the name Iroh mean?

Iroh means "elder brother" and comes from Chinese origins.

Is Iroh more male or female?

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

When was Iroh most popular?

Iroh peaked in 2024 with 54 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 US299
All-Time Births301
1 in X1 in 1,104,323
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age5
Peak Year2024
World Rank#32,194
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.