Rising since 2016, #4,139 for boys today.
Popularity of Ferran since 1986
Babies named Ferran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 | 42 |
| 2020s | 0 | 110 |
Meaning & origin
Ferran is a Catalan given name that entered U.S. records in 2012, a recent arrival compared to its centuries-old usage in Spain. Its ranking of 4139 in 2025 places it as a rare choice, with about 1 in 68,323 boys receiving the name. The name has been rising in popularity since 2016, and reached its peak rank so far in 2025. Geographically, Ferran is most common in Florida, Texas, and California, states with significant Spanish-speaking populations. As a variant of the classic Ferdinand, Ferran offers a distinct yet traditional feel, popular among families with Catalan heritage or those seeking a name with European flair.
Ferran is a Catalan form of Ferdinand, itself from Gothic *Fridunand, composed of frithu 'peace' or far 'journey' and nand 'bold, daring'. The name has been used in the Catalan-speaking regions of Spain for centuries, particularly in the Crown of Aragon. It remains common in Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands.
Where Ferran is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fer, Ran
Sibling names for Ferran
Names that share Ferran's style, for a brother or sister.
