How Many People Are Named Zishan?

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

Zishan
Very Rare
Arabic

Zishan means 'supreme' and is a rare name for boys. Only 1 in 9,948,407 Americans have this name, making it very unique among 33 people living today. The majority of folks named Zishan are under 30, giving it a fresh, modern vibe.

~33
Living in US
1 in 9,948,407
Americans
2016
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supreme
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Ambitious Determined Confident
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

66,839
Worldwide Bearers
#14,438
Global Rank
🇨🇳 China
56,997
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
3,024
🇮🇳 India
2,648
🇵🇰 Pakistan
1,532
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
1,166
🇹🇼 Taiwan
706
🇬🇧 England
177
🇺🇸 United States
156
🇮🇷 Iran
80
🇨🇦 Canada
62

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
33 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 24
18
Would be under 30 (53%)
16
Would be 30–60 (47%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 34 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: 2016

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
36
Classic Feel
8
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Zishan Through the Generations

Zishan, a name that's been around since 2016 when it peaked with 7 births, is now stable but still considered very rare. With only 33 people bearing this name in the U.S., it's clear that Zishan is a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape. The average age of those named Zishan is 24, indicating that most are part of the younger generation, with 53% being under 30 years old. This skew towards youth suggests that Zishan is a name chosen by parents looking for something distinctive yet modern.

✨ Similar Names to Zishan

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Zishan's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Zishan

How Many People Have the Name Zishan?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 33 people in the United States currently share the name Zishan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,948,407 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Zishan a Common or Rare Name?

Zishan 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 Zishan Mean?

Zishan means "supreme" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Zishan Most Popular?

The name Zishan reached peak popularity in 2016, 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 Zishan?

Approximately 33 people named Zishan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 34. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,948,407 Americans.

Is Zishan a rare name?

Zishan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,948,407 Americans has this name.

What does the name Zishan mean?

Zishan means "supreme" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Zishan more male or female?

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

When was Zishan most popular?

Zishan peaked in 2016 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 US33
All-Time Births34
1 in X1 in 9,948,407
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age24
Peak Year2016
World Rank#14,438
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.