Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Ikran since 2000
Babies named Ikran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Ikran is a Somali variant of the Arabic name Ikram, meaning "honor" or "generosity." It first appeared in U.S. baby name records in the year 2000, reflecting Somali immigration patterns. The name reached its peak popularity in 2010, after which it has been on a falling trajectory since 2009. Despite never ranking among the top 1,000 names nationally, Ikran carries deep cultural significance within Somali communities. The name's rarity in broader U.S. statistics underscores its status as a culturally specific choice, often passed down to honor family traditions.
Ikran is a Somali variant of the Arabic name Ikram, which means "honor" or "generosity." The name is commonly used in Somali and other Muslim communities, reflecting the Quranic emphasis on honorable conduct. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world among Somali diaspora families in the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Iki, Kran
Sibling names for Ikran
Names that share Ikran's style, for a brother or sister.
