Ketan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ketan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 352 babies have been named Ketan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ketan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,764 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,764
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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"to tame, subdue"
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Middle High German origin
"dweller by a spring or well"
#39,568 in US
English origin
"compound of William (protector) and J..."
#39,603 in US
French origin
"from the mountain"
#39,937 in US
Hebrew via Irish origin
"God is gracious"
#39,719 in US
Norse origin
"always powerful"
#39,859 in US
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About the Name Ketan
Ketan is a boy name .
Ketan is currently ranked #39,764 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ketan include Ket, Key, and Ketie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis