How Many People Are Named Nilan?
Complete statistics for the name Nilan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nilan means 'peaceful' in Sanskrit, making it a serene choice for parents. Only 415 people named Nilan live in the US today, which means 1 in 795,426 Americans have this name. It peaked in popularity in 2021 with 63 births, showing it's a rising, modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 7All 418 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: 2021Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nilan Through the Generations
Since its inception, Nilan has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With only 418 total births recorded since the beginning of tracking, it's clear that Nilan is a relatively new name. The majority of those named Nilan are under 30, indicating that it's becoming increasingly popular among modern families. This trend suggests that Nilan will continue to grow in usage as more parents discover its peaceful meaning and unique sound.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nilan's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Nilan
How Many People Have the Name Nilan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 528 people in the United States currently share the name Nilan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 627,745 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nilan a Common or Rare Name?
Nilan 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 Nilan Mean?
Nilan means "peaceful" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nilan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Nilan Most Popular?
The name Nilan reached peak popularity in 2021, with 63 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 Nilan?
Approximately 528 people named Nilan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 528. That works out to roughly 1 in 627,745 Americans.
Is Nilan a rare name?
Nilan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 627,745 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nilan mean?
Nilan means "peaceful" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Nilan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nilan are male and 0% are female.
When was Nilan most popular?
Nilan peaked in 2021 with 63 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.