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Trajan

Pronunciation: [ tr-AYJ-uhn ]

Boy Name #7,973 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Trajan is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced tr-AYJ-uhn.

Parents who love the name Trajan often also consider Arwyn, Zeyn, .

Popularity Over Time

#7,973
Current Rank
Peaked 1999 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#7,973
Total SSA Count
11

Nicknames

Tra Try Traie Trajie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trajan

Is Trajan a boy or girl name?
Trajan is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Trajan?
Trajan is pronounced tr-AYJ-uhn.
How popular is the name Trajan?
Trajan is currently ranked #7973 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Trajan?
Common nicknames for Trajan include Tra, Try, Traie, and Trajie.
Is Trajan a common or rare name?
Trajan is an uncommon name, ranked #7973 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Trajan

Trajan is a boy name .

Trajan is currently ranked #7,973 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Trajan include Tra, Try, Traie, and Trajie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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