Fabian
Fabian is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Bean grower or belonging to the Fabius family.
Origin and history
Fabian is derived from the Roman family name Fabianus, which itself comes from Fabius, referencing bean growers or harvesters. The name has ancient Latin roots and has been borne by early Christian saints and modern notable figures alike. In the United States, it has maintained a steady presence for over a century.
Popularity in the United States
44,250 babies in the United States have been named Fabian since 1880. It ranks #542 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #445.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.8 %)
- TX (24.9 %)
- IL (6 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- AZ (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 42 |
| 1910-1920 | 213 |
| 1920-1930 | 353 |
| 1930-1940 | 253 |
| 1940-1950 | 247 |
| 1950-1960 | 503 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,624 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,636 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,440 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,080 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,969 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,793 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,092 |
Famous people named Fabian
- Fabian Forte: Singer, Actor
- Fabian Delph: Professional Athlete
- Fabian Cancellara: Professional Cyclist
Nicknames
Fabe, Faby
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Gens Fabia, one of the most prominent patrician families in ancient Rome.
- American teen idol Fabian (Fabian Forte) helped popularize the name in the late 1950s and 1960s.