How Many People Are Named Ivan?
Complete statistics for the name Ivan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ivan, a rare male name, stands out with just 1 in 2,723 Americans bearing it today. That's around 121,177 people in the US, making it quite unique. With most under 30, it's clear Ivan is a name for the younger generation.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence, traits often associated with those named Ivan.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 148,490 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: 2004Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ivan Through the Generations
Ivan has seen its popularity rise and fall over the years, peaking in 2004 with 3,478 births. Today, the name's bearers span across different age groups, but the majority, 79,432, are under 30, indicating a strong presence among younger individuals. The average age of those named Ivan is 39, suggesting a relatively modern name that's been embraced by recent generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ivan's Slavic roots
📄 About the Name Ivan
How Many People Have the Name Ivan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,586 people in the United States currently share the name Ivan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 208,984 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Ivan a Common or Rare Name?
Ivan 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ivan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Ivan Most Popular?
The name Ivan reached peak popularity in 2004, with 3,478 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
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 Ivan?
Approximately 1,586 people named Ivan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,586. That works out to roughly 1 in 208,984 Americans.
Is Ivan a rare name?
Ivan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 208,984 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ivan mean?
The meaning and origin of Ivan are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Ivan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ivan are male and 0% are female.
When was Ivan most popular?
Ivan peaked in 2004 with 3,478 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
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.