How Many People Are Named Mahnaz?

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

Mahnaz
Very Rare
Persian

Mahnaz means 'moon' in Persian, adding a celestial touch to its rarity. Only 26 people named Mahnaz live in the US today, making up just 1 in 12,840,077 Americans. The majority, 77%, are under 30, giving it a modern vibe.

~26
Living in US
1 in 12,840,077
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Moon
🌐
Origin
Persian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Moonstone
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Radiant Mysterious Gentle
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

311,689
Worldwide Bearers
#3,354
Global Rank
🇮🇷 Iran
289,563
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
6,441
🇵🇰 Pakistan
5,995
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
4,491
🇺🇸 United States
1,845
🇮🇳 India
903
🇨🇦 Canada
590
🇬🇧 England
412
🇸🇪 Sweden
285
🇪🇬 Egypt
239

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
26 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
20
Would be under 30 (77%)
6
Would be 30–60 (23%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 26 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: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
30
Classic Feel
2
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Mahnaz Through the Generations

Mahnaz, a name that's seen a steady presence since its peak in 2024 with 8 births, continues to be a rare gem among female names. With an average age of 14, it's clear that Mahnaz is a name embraced by younger generations. The age distribution shows 20 under-30s, 6 aged 30-60, and none over 60, indicating a strong preference for this name among the younger crowd.

✨ Similar Names to Mahnaz

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Mahnaz's Persian roots

📄 About the Name Mahnaz

How Many People Have the Name Mahnaz?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 26 people in the United States currently share the name Mahnaz. That works out to roughly 1 in every 12,840,077 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Mahnaz a Common or Rare Name?

Mahnaz 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 Mahnaz Mean?

Mahnaz means "moon" and comes from Persian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Mahnaz Most Popular?

The name Mahnaz reached peak popularity in 2024, with 8 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 Mahnaz?

Approximately 26 people named Mahnaz live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 26. That works out to roughly 1 in 12,840,077 Americans.

Is Mahnaz a rare name?

Mahnaz is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 12,840,077 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mahnaz mean?

Mahnaz means "moon" and comes from Persian origins.

Is Mahnaz more male or female?

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

When was Mahnaz most popular?

Mahnaz peaked in 2024 with 8 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 US26
All-Time Births26
1 in X1 in 12,840,077
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2024
World Rank#3,354
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.