How Many People Are Named Kuan?

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

Kuan
Very Rare
Chinese

Kuan means 'wide' or 'broad', originating from Chinese culture. Only 23 people named Kuan live in the US today, making up just 1 in 14,201,587 Americans. The majority, 54%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~1,374
Living in US
1 in 241,229
Americans
2005
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Wide, broad
🌐
Origin
Chinese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Open-minded Inclusive Adaptable
11
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 11 is seen as a powerful and spiritual number.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

159,099
Worldwide Bearers
#6,608
Global Rank
🇨🇳 China
115,003
🇲🇾 Malaysia
10,863
🇸🇬 Singapore
9,703
🇲🇴 Macau
5,460
🇰🇭 Cambodia
4,307
🇲🇲 Myanmar
3,413
🇹🇭 Thailand
2,765
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
1,508
🇺🇸 United States
1,267
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
1,081

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
23 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 30
13
Would be under 30 (54%)
11
Would be 30–60 (46%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 24 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: 2005

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
29
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
85
International
100

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

📜 Kuan Through the Generations

Kuan, a name that's been around since 2005 when it peaked with 7 births, has maintained a stable presence in the United States. With only 24 total births recorded, it's clear that Kuan remains a very rare choice. As of now, there are 23 individuals bearing this name, with an average age of 30. The age distribution shows a significant chunk of 13 under-30s and 11 aged between 30 and 60, indicating its popularity among younger generations. This trend suggests that Kuan is likely to continue being a name associated with modern times.

✨ Similar Names to Kuan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kuan's Chinese roots

📄 About the Name Kuan

How Many People Have the Name Kuan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,374 people in the United States currently share the name Kuan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 241,229 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kuan a Common or Rare Name?

Kuan 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 Kuan Mean?

Kuan means "wide, broad" and comes from Chinese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Kuan Most Popular?

The name Kuan reached peak popularity in 2005, with 7 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 Kuan?

Approximately 1,374 people named Kuan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,374. That works out to roughly 1 in 241,229 Americans.

Is Kuan a rare name?

Kuan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 241,229 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kuan mean?

Kuan means "wide, broad" and comes from Chinese origins.

Is Kuan more male or female?

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

When was Kuan most popular?

Kuan peaked in 2005 with 7 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 US1,374
All-Time Births1,374
1 in X1 in 241,229
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age30
Peak Year2005
World Rank#6,608
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.