Declining since 2022, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Jian since 1986
Babies named Jian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 24 |
| 1990s | 0 | 87 |
| 2000s | 6 | 165 |
| 2010s | 29 | 199 |
| 2020s | 7 | 125 |
Meaning & origin
Jian is a name of Chinese origin that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1986. It is most commonly given to boys and reached its peak popularity in 2022, ranking #4539 in 2025. The name has been falling in use since 2022, with about 1 in 77640 newborns receiving it as of the latest data. California is the top state for the name, reflecting its prevalence among Chinese-American communities. While its exact meaning depends on the original Chinese characters, it is often associated with strength or construction.
Jian is a romanization of multiple Chinese characters and names. As a given name in English-speaking countries, it often represents the Chinese name Jian (建 or 健), but it may also be a variant of the Spanish Juan or a short form of Jianna. The name's use in the United States is recent, first recorded in 1986, and it is most commonly given to boys.
Where Jian is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Jian
Names that share Jian's style, for a brother or sister.
