Rising since 1999, #3,513 for boys today.
Popularity of Kinan since 1997
Babies named Kinan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 145 |
| 2020s | 180 |
Meaning & origin
Kinan first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997, a relatively recent entry into the American naming landscape. Its popularity has been steadily rising since 1999, with a peak rank of 3,513 occurring in 2022 and still holding in 2025. In the most recent data, 1 in 53,377 boys received the name, suggesting a rare but growing choice. The name is most common in Virginia and California, reflecting its appeal in culturally diverse states. While its exact meaning is debated, the Arabic root 'kunan' offers a sense of antiquity that may appeal to parents seeking a name with historical depth.
Kinan is a name of Arabic origin, possibly deriving from the word 'kunan' meaning 'ancient' or 'long-lived'. It has been used in the Arab world, particularly in the Levant. The name has gained some popularity in the United States since the late 1990s.
Where Kinan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kinan” around the world
Where Kinan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Kinan
Names that share Kinan's style, for a brother or sister.
