Holding steady.
Popularity of Jaun since 1947
Babies named Jaun per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 67 |
| 1970s | 110 |
| 1980s | 136 |
| 1990s | 113 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Jaun has never been a common choice in the United States. According to Social Security data, it has never appeared in the top 1,000 names for any given year. The highest recorded usage was in 1989, which marks its peak year. Despite this, the name has maintained a stable trajectory of very occasional use since its first recorded appearance in 1947. While Jaun is not associated with any particular state or region, its spelling suggests influences from Spanish or Scandinavian naming traditions. Parents choosing Jaun today are selecting a name that is distinctive and rare, with a simple phonetic appeal.
The name Jaun is likely a spelling variant of Juan, the Spanish form of John, which derives from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning 'God is gracious'. Alternatively, it may be a variant of the Scandinavian name Jan. Its usage in the United States has been sporadic, with a peak in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Jaun
Names that share Jaun's style, for a brother or sister.
