Adnan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAD-nan / ˈæd.nænArabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: 'settler'; Turkish: 'one who is settled'
Historical & Cultural Background
Adnan is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with the lineage of the Prophet Muhammad, as Adnan is considered an ancestor of the Prophet. The name has also gained popularity in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities. It reflects a sense of stability and permanence.
Trend Summary
Adnan has seen moderate popularity in various regions, particularly in Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adnaan
- Adnan
International Variants
- Adnane (Arabic)
- Adnan (Turkish)
Famous people named Adnan
Adnan Menderes was a Turkish politician who served as Prime Minister of Turkey from 1950 to 1960.
Adnan Sami is a renowned Indian singer and musician known for his contributions to Bollywood music.
Adnan Januzaj is a professional footballer who has played for various clubs in Europe and the Belgian national team.
Adnan Al-Kaissy was an Iraqi professional wrestler known for his appearances in the World Wrestling Federation.
Fictional characters named Adnan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adnan was first seen in the United States in 1970. Adnan has ranked as high as #1258 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, Minnesota, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Adnan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adnan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 24 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 38 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 44 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 70 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 80 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2006 | 77 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 82 |
| 2009 | 87 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2011 | 72 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 94 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 66 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 80 |
| 2020 | 75 |
| 2021 | 101 |
| 2022 | 111 |
| 2023 | 118 |
| 2024 | 117 |