Rising since 2011, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Iktan since 2010
Babies named Iktan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 90 |
| 2020s | 91 |
Meaning & origin
Iktan is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2010, with no earlier usage documented. Its trajectory has been rising since 2011, reaching a peak rank in 2023. In 2025, it ranked 6,446th, with an incidence of roughly 1 in 131,390 births. The name shows no strong regional concentration, as it does not appear in any top state lists. Its sound is similar to names like Iker or Ethan, but it likely stands as an independent coinage, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
The name Iktan appears to be a modern coinage, possibly a variant of Iker or Itan, or an invented name. It has no established etymological roots. Its usage began in the 2010s in the United States, likely formed from fashionable sounds.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ik, Tan
Sibling names for Iktan
Names that share Iktan's style, for a brother or sister.
