Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Jhan since 1951
Babies named Jhan per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2010, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jhan's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 67 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Jhan is a name of uncertain origin, first recorded in the United States in 1951. As of the latest data from 2025, it ranked 9,714th, with a 1-in-244,011 frequency, indicating it remains exceptionally rare. Its peak year was 2024, suggesting a slight uptick in recent years, though the trajectory remains stable. The name has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its scattered use. Without a clear etymological lineage, Jhan likely functions as a modern, phonetically appealing variant of more common names like John or a standalone invention.
Jhan is a name of uncertain derivation. It may be a modern respelling or variant of John, ultimately from Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' Alternatively, it could be a contemporary coined name influenced by similar-sounding names. Its use in the United States dates back to at least the mid-20th century, though it remains rare.
Sibling names for Jhan
Names that share Jhan's style, for a brother or sister.
