Stan

Pronunciation: [ st-AN ]

Stan is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,079 in the US.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Stan is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced st-AN.

Parents who love the name Stan often also consider Emily, Bron, Addicus .

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Historical Record

Stan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 6,043 babies have been named Stan in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Stan is past its peak , currently ranked #9,079 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#9,079
Current Rank
Peaked 1959 Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#9,079
Total SSA Count
9

Alternative Spellings

Stanley #877 Stanton #4995

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"from Attica (Athens region)"

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"hope"

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"cotton plant, soft white fiber"

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Hebrew origin

"cause of rejoicing"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stan

Is Stan a boy or girl name?
Stan is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Stan?
Stan is pronounced st-AN.
How popular is the name Stan?
Stan is currently ranked #9079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Stan a common or rare name?
Stan is an uncommon name, ranked #9079 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Stan?
Stan pairs well with Emily, Bron, Addicus, Omid in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Stan?
Related spellings include Stanley, Stanton.

About the Name Stan

Stan is a boy name .

Stan is currently ranked #9,079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Stan include Stanley, Stanton . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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