Juan
Juan is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Juan is a historic Spanish name derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' While overwhelmingly used as a masculine name worldwide, U.S. records document occasional female usage across multiple decades. In female usage, it often reflects unique family naming choices, compound names, or historical administrative records.
Popularity in the United States
2,760 babies in the United States have been named Juan since 1880. It ranks #3367 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2084.
States where it is most popular
- TX (52.1 %)
- CA (38.9 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
- IL (2.3 %)
- KY (0.62 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 24 |
| 1920-1930 | 136 |
| 1930-1940 | 167 |
| 1940-1950 | 189 |
| 1950-1960 | 241 |
| 1960-1970 | 267 |
| 1970-1980 | 507 |
| 1980-1990 | 532 |
| 1990-2000 | 409 |
| 2000-2010 | 227 |
| 2010-2019 | 44 |
| 2020-2029 | 17 |
Fun facts
- Juan is the direct Spanish equivalent of John, one of the most enduring names in Western history.
- Although primarily masculine, over 2,700 female births have been registered with the given name Juan in the U.S. since 1880.