Jian Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Chinese
Gender Distribution:
94% Masculine / 6% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Jian means 'sword' in Chinese.
Meaning of the Name Jian
Jian is a unisex name of Chinese origin. It is derived from the Chinese character '剑' which means 'sword'. The name Jian symbolizes strength, valor, and honor. It is often given to boys as a sign of their power and bravery. In Chinese culture, the sword represents courage, protection, and the ability to overcome obstacles.
Popularity of the Name Jian
The popularity for the name Jian peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 29 births, which ranked number 8,401 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Jian had the most female births in 2016 with 7, which ranked number 12,864 out of 18,860 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2022 with 29, which ranked number 3,748 out of 14,255 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Jian has increased sharply over the last ten years from 19 births to 29 births, an increase of 52.63%. Among males, Jian has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 19 births to 29 births, an increase of 52.63%.
Nationwide Popularity of Jian
- 20 Year Trend of Jian: 52.63%
- 10 Year Trend of Jian: 52.63%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Jian: 52.63%
Popularity of Jian by State
For males, Jian was most popular in Southwestern states with 7 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in TX, with 7 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Jian. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | 2220 | < 5 | N/A |
| TX | 7 | 2125 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Jian
- Total Births of Jian: 30 (4.32%)
- Male Births of Jian: 30 (4.32%)
Given the upward trend of Jian over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 4.32% increase in total births, for a total of 30 births in 2024. Male births for Jian have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 30 male births in 2024, an increase of 4.32%.