Han Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHahn / hɑːnChinese; Korean
Meaning
Chinese: 'cold'; Korean: 'the one who is great'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, the name Han can be associated with the Han dynasty, a significant period in Chinese history known for its advancements in arts and sciences. In Korea, Han is often used as a family name and can signify various meanings depending on the hanja (Chinese characters) used. The name has also been popularized in modern contexts through various cultural references.
Trend Summary
The name Han has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hahn
International Variants
- Han (Chinese); Han (Korean)
Famous people named Han
Han Solo is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise, known as a skilled pilot and smuggler.
Han Zheng is a Chinese politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Han Ji-min is a South Korean actress recognized for her work in television and film.
Han Geng is a Chinese singer and actor, known for being a member of the boy band Super Junior.
Fictional characters named Han
Han is a character in the Fast & Furious franchise, known for his expertise in cars and street racing.
Han is a character in the animated series 'Big Hero 6', known for his role as a member of the superhero team.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Han was first seen in the United States in 1968. Han has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Han has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Han (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 21 |