NAME PROFILE
Ian
Ian is a name of Scottish and Hebrew origin meaning 'God is gracious.' It embodies a sense of warmth and wisdom, often associated with kindness and a strong moral compass.
Key Stats
| Total births | 258,479 |
| Gender | Male (98% / 2%) |
| Peak year | 2005 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%CA — 22%PA — 19%MI — 18%NJ — 18%
Notable People
Ian McKellen (Actor, *The Lord of the Rings*) · Ian Fleming (Author, *James Bond* series) · Ian Somerhalder (Actor, *The Vampire Diaries*) · Ian Curtis (Musician, Lead singer of Joy Division) · Ian Wright (Former professional footballer and sports pundit)
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