Rising since 2006, #883 for boys today.
Popularity of Izan since 2004
Babies named Izan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 544 |
| 2020s | 1,423 |
Meaning & origin
Izan is a Spanish variant of Izaan, an Arabic-derived name meaning 'obedience' or 'worship.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004 and has been steadily climbing in popularity, with a trajectory described as 'rising' since 2006. In 2025, Izan ranked 883rd nationally, with a frequency of about 1 in 6,350 births, and reached its peak rank in 2024. The name is most common in Nevada, Oklahoma, and Colorado, reflecting its appeal in communities with Spanish-speaking populations. Its growth mirrors broader trends in which Arabic-origin names enter new cultural contexts through Spanish-language adoption.
Izan is a Spanish variant of Izaan, which traces its roots to the Arabic name 'Izaan' (إذعان), meaning 'obedience' or 'submission' (to God). The name gained popularity in Spanish-speaking communities, particularly in Mexico and the southwestern United States, following broader trends of Arabic-origin names entering Spanish usage. It has been recorded in the U.S. Social Security data since 2004, showing consistent growth.
Where Izan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Izan” around the world
Where Izan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy
Sibling names for Izan
Names that share Izan's style, for a brother or sister.
