Koran
Pronunciation: [ k-awr-AHN ]
Koran is a boy baby name. Ranked #40,079 in the US, popular nicknames include Kor, Koy, and Korie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Koran first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 621 babies have been named Koran in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Koran is past its peak , currently ranked #40,079 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,079
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Koran is also used as a girl name, ranked #53854.
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About the Name Koran
Koran is a boy name .
Is Koran a boy or girl name? Koran is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #40,079 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #53,854. Koran is more commonly used as a boy name.
Koran is currently ranked #40,079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Koran include Kor, Koy, and Korie. 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