boy name
Ian
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#83 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Ian in the US, 1880–2025
Ian first appears in US records in 1912. It peaked in 2005, when 6,688 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,924.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ian a boy or a girl name?
Ian is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ian?
In 2025, Ian ranked #83 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ian most popular?
Ian was most popular in 2005, when about 6,688 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.