Ivaan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ivaan originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from its early form 'Iva' and is associated with divine qualities. The name has no biblical relevance and has gained popularity in recent years, particularly within South Asian communities. Ivaan is perceived positively in contemporary culture.
The name Ivaan is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Ivaan has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling 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, 'Ivaan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1530th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ivaan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ivaan"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪvɑːn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ivaan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Iva', which means 'God is gracious'. It is often associated with divine qualities and blessings.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Ivaan (modern form), Iva (early form in Sanskrit)
Historical Usage
Ivaan has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in South Asian communities and among those who appreciate names with spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Ivan, Iván, Iva
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ivaan is perceived as a modern and unique name, often chosen for its positive connotations of grace and divinity.
Explore More Ivaan Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ivaan"
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 "Ivaan"
"Ivaan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16994th of 24088 | 21 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1530th of 23106 | 1,356 |
Regional Popularity of "Ivaan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.11% 1638th/3984 |
24.78% 1112th/4487 |
22.34% 1524th/6822 |
18.04% 1132nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ivaan" 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 "Ivaan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ivaan" 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.