Arran Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Scottish
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Derived from the Gaelic word for 'island', Arran is a Scottish name associated with natural beauty and the outdoors.
Meaning of the Name Arran
Arran is a Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word 'aran', meaning 'island'. It is often associated with the Isle of Arran, located in the Firth of Clyde. The name reflects the island's beauty and rugged landscapes. Arran is also a popular given name in Scotland, conveying a sense of connection to nature and a love for the outdoors.
Popularity of the Name Arran
The popularity for the name Arran peaked in popularity in the year 2008 with 15 births, which ranked number 13,869 out of 32,533 unique names for that year. Arran had the most male births in 2008 with 15, which ranked number 5,765 out of 14,620 male names. The number of births for the name Arran has declined sharply over the last ten years from 9 births to 5 births, a decline of -44.44%. Among males, Arran has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 9 births to 5 births, a decline of -44.44%.
Nationwide Popularity of Arran
- 20 Year Trend of Arran: -16.67%
- 10 Year Trend of Arran: -44.44%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Arran: -44.44%
Popularity of Arran by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Arran. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Arran in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Arran is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Arran
- Total Births of Arran: 5 (-5.71%)
- Male Births of Arran: 5 (-5.71%)
Given the downward trend of Arran over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -5.71% decrease in total births, for a total of 5 births in 2024. Male births for Arran have been decreasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 5 male births in 2024, a decrease of -5.71%.