Zohan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zohan is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'light' or 'brightness'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'Zohar' to its modern form. The name is often associated with positive traits and gained popularity in the early 2000s due to pop culture references. It has no biblical relevance but is viewed positively in contemporary contexts.
The name Zohan is most popular in New York, 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, Zohan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Zohan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2960th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zohan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zohan"
Pronunciation
/zoʊˈhɑn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zohan is derived from the Hebrew word 'Zohar', which means 'light' or 'brightness'. It is often associated with positive attributes like enlightenment and clarity.
Meaning
light, brightness
Language Evolution
Zohar (Hebrew), Zohan (modern adaptation)
Historical Usage
Zohan gained popularity in the early 21st century, particularly after the release of the 2008 film 'You Don't Mess with the Zohan', which featured a protagonist with this name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zohar, Zoh, Zoe
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zohan is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with humor and charisma due to its pop culture references.
Famous People
Zohan Dvir (fictional character), N/A
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zohan"
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 "Zohan"
"Zohan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2960th of 23106 | 489 |
Regional Popularity of "Zohan" 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) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
34.79% 1561st/4487 |
38.17% 2604th/6822 |
45.16% 2834th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zohan" 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 "Zohan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zohan" 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.