How Many People Are Named Shahan?

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

Shahan
Very Rare
Arabic

Shahan is a rare name, originating from Arabic, meaning 'supplanter'. Only 301 people named Shahan live in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,097,130 Americans. The majority, 87%, are under 30, giving it a truly modern vibe.

~3,024
Living in US
1 in 109,606
Americans
2014
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Determined Dynamic Confident
6
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

15,398
Worldwide Bearers
#45,560
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
4,645
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
4,032
🇮🇳 India
3,090
🇮🇷 Iran
751
🇸🇬 Singapore
578
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
572
🇨🇳 China
560
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇺🇸 United States
231
🇮🇶 Iraq
150

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
301 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
266
Would be under 30 (87%)
39
Would be 30–60 (13%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 305 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: 2014

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
74
Classic Feel
14
Modern Appeal
100
International
97

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

📜 Shahan Through the Generations

Shahan, a name that's seen a steady rise in popularity since its peak in 2014 with 17 births, is predominantly favored by younger parents. With most of its bearers under 30, it's clear that Shahan is a name embraced by the new generation. As of now, there are 266 individuals under 30, 39 between 30 and 60, and none over 60, indicating a name that's still growing in usage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 21

✨ Similar Names to Shahan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Shahan's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Shahan

How Many People Have the Name Shahan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,024 people in the United States currently share the name Shahan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 109,606 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Shahan a Common or Rare Name?

Shahan 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 Shahan Mean?

Shahan means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Shahan Most Popular?

The name Shahan reached peak popularity in 2014, with 17 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 Shahan?

Approximately 3,024 people named Shahan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,024. That works out to roughly 1 in 109,606 Americans.

Is Shahan a rare name?

Shahan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 109,606 Americans has this name.

What does the name Shahan mean?

Shahan means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Shahan more male or female?

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

When was Shahan most popular?

Shahan peaked in 2014 with 17 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 US3,024
All-Time Births3,024
1 in X1 in 109,606
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2014
World Rank#45,560
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.