Jan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYahn / /jɑn/Hebrew; Latin; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; Latin: young; Slavic: gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Jan is a name with diverse origins, commonly found in Hebrew, Latin, and Slavic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with grace and kindness. The name has been widely used in various forms across Europe, particularly in countries like the Netherlands and Poland. It has also been popularized through various historical and cultural figures.
Trend Summary
Jan has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in various cultural contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janek
- Jano
- Jani
International Variants
- Ján (Slovak)
- Jean (French)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
Famous people named Jan
Jan van Eyck was a Flemish painter known for his contributions to early Netherlandish painting.
Jan Hus was a Czech theologian and reformer who played a key role in the Bohemian Reformation.
Jan Błachowicz is a Polish mixed martial artist and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.
Fictional characters named Jan
Jan is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for his role as a student at Garreg Mach Monastery.
Jan is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often depicted as a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jan was first seen in the United States in 1902. Jan has ranked as high as #534 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 33 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 23 |
| 1928 | 33 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 49 |
| 1932 | 48 |
| 1933 | 86 |
| 1934 | 145 |
| 1935 | 196 |
| 1936 | 272 |
| 1937 | 245 |
| 1938 | 317 |
| 1939 | 308 |
| 1940 | 349 |
| 1941 | 459 |
| 1942 | 512 |
| 1943 | 551 |
| 1944 | 544 |
| 1945 | 496 |
| 1946 | 566 |
| 1947 | 676 |
| 1948 | 640 |
| 1949 | 551 |
| 1950 | 608 |
| 1951 | 732 |
| 1952 | 626 |
| 1953 | 580 |
| 1954 | 767 |
| 1955 | 656 |
| 1956 | 504 |
| 1957 | 430 |
| 1958 | 428 |
| 1959 | 392 |
| 1960 | 370 |
| 1961 | 348 |
| 1962 | 295 |
| 1963 | 229 |
| 1964 | 215 |
| 1965 | 219 |
| 1966 | 201 |
| 1967 | 178 |
| 1968 | 178 |
| 1969 | 163 |
| 1970 | 163 |
| 1971 | 143 |
| 1972 | 128 |
| 1973 | 124 |
| 1974 | 102 |
| 1975 | 97 |
| 1976 | 146 |
| 1977 | 112 |
| 1978 | 132 |
| 1979 | 132 |
| 1980 | 114 |
| 1981 | 118 |
| 1982 | 143 |
| 1983 | 113 |
| 1984 | 145 |
| 1985 | 131 |
| 1986 | 117 |
| 1987 | 101 |
| 1988 | 109 |
| 1989 | 102 |
| 1990 | 126 |
| 1991 | 101 |
| 1992 | 95 |
| 1993 | 95 |
| 1994 | 105 |
| 1995 | 107 |
| 1996 | 101 |
| 1997 | 77 |
| 1998 | 81 |
| 1999 | 107 |
| 2000 | 192 |
| 2001 | 214 |
| 2002 | 175 |
| 2003 | 191 |
| 2004 | 235 |
| 2005 | 215 |
| 2006 | 279 |
| 2007 | 189 |
| 2008 | 206 |
| 2009 | 160 |
| 2010 | 135 |
| 2011 | 116 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 112 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2015 | 93 |
| 2016 | 84 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 68 |
| 2023 | 69 |
| 2024 | 65 |