Luan vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luan

Boy #1,566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Albanian

Cultural Roots

Albanian Vietnamese Brazilian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,566
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Kylin
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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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Popularity Comparison

Luan Rank #1,566
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #1566 for Luan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luan or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Luan at #1566 in the United States.

What do Luan and Ian mean?

Luan means "lion" (Albanian origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Luan and Ian boy or girl names?

Luan is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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