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Chan
BoyMeaning of Chan: Chinese: 'to shine or glitter'
Chan is a boy's name most strongly associated with Chinese naming. It has 4 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 9139th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#9139
7 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,247
First recorded 1919 · peak 1986
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
83% boys · 17% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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