Guan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Guan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 6 babies have been named Guan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Guan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,107 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,107
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Guan
Guan is a boy name .
Guan is currently ranked #21,107 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Guan include Guadalupe . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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