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Quran
BoyMeaning of Quran: Arabic: 'recitation'
Quran is a boy's name most strongly associated with Arabic & Persian naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 4486th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4486
22 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,998
First recorded 1971 · peak 1997
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
98% boys · 2% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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