US Popularity:19213
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Cambodian, Chinese, Hebrew, Sanskrit
Meaning:God is gracious; Snow; Shining; Sweet-smelling tree; Moon
Chan is a gender-neutral surname and personal name with diverse origins across the globe. As a Spanish name, Chan comes from the Hebrew Channah, meaning “God is gracious.” As a Chinese name, Chan means “snow,” a title borne by the famous actor and martial artist Jackie Chan. In Sanskrit, Chan means “shining,” while in Cambodian, it means “sweet-smelling tree” or “moon.” Chan has countless roots that spread worldwide, making it a versatile choice brimming with potential for your new arrival. Perhaps baby Chan will feel compelled to draw from the endearments from all of these origins, inspired by faith, nature, and the radiant moon.

Chan Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Chan is currently #4390 on The Bump
Boy:Chan is currently #2465 on The Bump Boy Names

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#9124
in 2022
+ 3333
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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