Zan
Zan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Zan
- A diminutive of the female given names Susan, Susanne, Suzanne, and Susanna.
Etymology
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How popular is Zan?
Since 1880, 114 girls and 659 boys in the U.S. have been named Zan (15% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3777 in 1955. Its highest rank for boys was #2579 in 1950. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Zan
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Zan FAQ
What does the name Zan mean?
A diminutive of the female given names Susan, Susanne, Suzanne, and Susanna. Clippings.
How popular is the name Zan?
Since 1880, 114 girls and 659 boys in the U.S. have been named Zan (15% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3777 in 1955. Its highest rank for boys was #2579 in 1950. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zan a boy or girl name?
Zan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (114 girls and 659 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.