An
an
US Popularity:4883
Origin:Vietnamese
Meaning:Peaceful, quiet; Safe, secure
An is a gender-neutral name of Sino-Vietnamese origin. It comes from the character 安, which means “peaceful” and “quiet” in Mandarin and will inspire baby to lead a life of serenity, gentleness, and tranquility. In Vietnamese, the character 安 means “safe” and “secure.” This is also a powerful meaning for baby An and will remind them not only of the safety you provide but also the security they will bring to others. Its sister name, Ahn, has similar meanings in Korean, giving its connotations of peace universal appeal.
An Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:An is currently #4409 on The Bump
Boy:An is currently #2970 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:An is currently #2450 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:An is currently #4883 in U.S. births
Boy:An is currently #10246 in U.S. births
Girl:An is currently #6792 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#6792
in 2023
+ 938
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, An, November 2020
My China Roots, Ahn Chinese Last Name Facts
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