Kamran
Kamran is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Prosperous, fortunate, or successful.
Origin and history
Kamran is a masculine name of Persian origin meaning prosperous or fortunate. It has been used steadily in the United States in recent decades, particularly within South Asian and Middle Eastern diaspora communities. The name carries positive connotations of success and happiness.
Popularity in the United States
2,398 babies in the United States have been named Kamran since 1880. It ranks #2648 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1585.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46.1 %)
- NY (17.9 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- VA (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 91 |
| 1980-1990 | 211 |
| 1990-2000 | 372 |
| 2000-2010 | 683 |
| 2010-2019 | 693 |
| 2020-2029 | 342 |
Famous people named Kamran
- Kamran Akmal: Cricketer
- Kamran Ince: Composer, Professor
Fun facts
- The name combines the Persian elements 'kām' (desire or wish) and 'rān' (one who achieves), translating to 'one who achieves their desires'.
- Kamran Mirza was a prominent 16th-century Mughal prince, son of the dynasty's founder, Babur.