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Ian vs Logan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ian Rank #75
Logan Rank #46

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #75 for Ian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ian or Logan more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Ian at #75 in the United States.

What do Ian and Logan mean?

Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ian and Logan boy or girl names?

Ian is primarily a boy name. Logan is primarily a boy name.

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