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Khan

male
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Ruler or Leader"

Originally a Central Asian political title meaning leader, later used as a personal name across Turkic, Mongolic, and Islamic cultures.

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Khan

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#7035Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Khan did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

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Baby Name Lists That Include Khan

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Khan mean?
Khan means "Ruler or Leader". Originally a Central Asian political title meaning leader, later used as a personal name across Turkic, Mongolic, and Is
What is the origin of Khan?
Khan is of Turkic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Khan?
According to the latest SSA data, Khan is currently ranked #7035 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Khan a boy name?
Khan is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Khan?
Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.
What names are similar to Khan?
There are many names similar to Khan in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginTurkic, Mongolian, Persian
Syllables1
Length4 letters
US Rank#7035
Trend→ Stable
Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

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