Holding steady, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Zoran since 1967
Babies named Zoran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 105 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 90 |
| 2020s | 77 |
Meaning & origin
Zoran is a South Slavic name with a strong, straightforward sound. In the United States, it has seen modest but steady use, with its highest ranking of #6803 occurring in 2025, when approximately 1 in 142,340 boys were named Zoran. The name peaked in popularity in 2020, and its trajectory in the 2020s has been stable. Zoran was first recorded in U.S. data in 1967, reflecting its gradual adoption among Slavic diaspora communities and parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name. While its meaning is often linked to the Slavic word for 'dawn', the exact etymology remains debated, adding an air of mystery. Zoran's appeal lies in its simplicity, international flair, and connection to a rich cultural heritage without being tied to any specific state or region based on sparse top-state data.
Zoran is a South Slavic name, particularly common in Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and North Macedonia. It is traditionally derived from the Slavic root 'zora' meaning 'dawn' or 'daybreak', though its exact formation is debated. The name may have originated as a short form of names like Zorislav or Zoranislav, or as a direct noun-based name. Zoran has been in use since the early 20th century and gained wider popularity in the latter half of the century.
“Zoran” around the world
Where Zoran lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zoki, Zoro, Rane
Sibling names for Zoran
Names that share Zoran's style, for a brother or sister.
