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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Xan — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Xamora|Xana
GreekBoy→ Stable

Xan

ZAN · 1 syllables

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Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12170 in 2023

Peak: #12170 in 2023

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12170 in 2023

Peak: #12170 in 2023

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.7 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20222023

Rank #12170 · Rising since 2022

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
28
Higher than 28% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · tm risk
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class
Name DNA
ModernGreek RootStrongUnisex-leaning Boy1-syllableContemporaryShort-formSharp SoundMinimalistRising Trend
Character
adventurous spiritsharp intellectindependent thinkerquick wit
People with this name

Qualities shared by notable Xans

versatileprofessionalaccomplishedunderstateddependable
STRONG
High confidence

Xan is a Greek boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · tm risk
Popularity:—
Xan at a Glance
Meaning:Short form of Alexander, from Greek meaning 'defender of men'. Modern standalone use as a streamlined, contemporary name.
Language root:Greek · English
Peak rank:#12170 in 2023
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers
Xan Brooks
Film critic and author
Similar Sound
Zane◈Zen◈ZanXanderIan◈
Similar Style
Kai◈EzraLeviMilo◈Atlas◈
Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Xan
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Xan · Overview
Summary

Xan is a Greek boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Strengths
Modern · Strong character
Xan carries a bold, cool quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
xan.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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