Imran Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Imran has Arabic origins, meaning prosperous and long-lived. It evolved from the Biblical name Amram. It has significant traits associated with prosperity and longevity and holds biblical relevance as the father of Mary in Islamic tradition.
The name Imran is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Imran has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Imran' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3112th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1715th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1918th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1042nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Imran' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Imran"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪm.rɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Imran is derived from the Arabic root 'ع م ر' (ʿ-m-r), which means 'to be long-lived' or 'to thrive.' It is also associated with the Biblical figure Amram, the father of Moses.
Meaning
prosperous, long-lived
Language Evolution
Amram (Biblical Hebrew), Imran (Arabic)
Biblical Background
Imran is recognized in Islamic tradition as the father of Mary, mother of Jesus, which links it to biblical narratives.
Historical Usage
The name Imran has been used in Islamic cultures for centuries, gaining popularity particularly in Muslim-majority countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Emran, Imraan, Amram
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Imran is commonly used in various countries, particularly among Muslims, and is often viewed as a prestigious and meaningful name.
Famous People
Imran Khan (Pakistani cricketer and politician), Imran Abbas (Pakistani actor and model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Imran"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Imran"
"Imran" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3112th of 10718 | 170 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1715th of 16616 | 701 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1918th of 24088 | 1,053 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1042nd of 23106 | 2,396 |
Regional Popularity of "Imran" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
55.90% 1947th/3483 |
- |
55.34% 2238th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.16% 1443rd/3685 |
22.48% 1006th/4475 |
39.05% 2028th/5194 |
24.73% 1562nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.92% 1646th/4582 |
25.87% 1336th/5164 |
31.29% 2288th/7313 |
21.12% 1576th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.93% 754th/3984 |
17.63% 791st/4487 |
19.69% 1343rd/6822 |
18.37% 1153rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Imran" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Imran"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Imran" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.