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Jan

Jan is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning God is gracious.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#1,575

What does Jan mean?

God is gracious

How popular is Jan?

Popularity in the United States

Jan has been given to 76,593 babies in the United States since 1902, peaking in the 1950s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 22,297 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Jan per year in the United States, 1902–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Jan has been given to 1,669 babies in France since 1908, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Jan per year in France, 1908–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 13,010 people called Jan living in Spain, with an average age of 13.8.

76,593 Babies named since 1902
1950s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Jan

What does the name Jan mean?

Jan means God is gracious. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Jan a boy's or a girl's name?

Jan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Jan?

Jan has been given to 76,593 babies in the United States since 1902, peaking in the 1950s. It has held a steady level of use since.