Quan
Quan is a boy's name of Chinese origin.
Meaning
Depending on the character used, it translates to 'soldier', 'champion', 'clear water', or 'authority'.
Origin and history
Quan is a masculine name of East Asian origin, derived from Chinese and Vietnamese roots. Depending on the Chinese character or Vietnamese meaning, it can signify 'soldier', 'champion', 'authority', or 'bright'. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive name primarily used within families honoring East Asian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,425 babies in the United States have been named Quan since 1880. It ranks #3295 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- CA (67.3 %)
- TX (19.2 %)
- NY (5.3 %)
- NJ (3.4 %)
- GA (2.4 %)
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 | 8 |
| 1970-1980 | 196 |
| 1980-1990 | 303 |
| 1990-2000 | 350 |
| 2000-2010 | 274 |
| 2010-2019 | 205 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Famous people named Quan
- Quan Cosby: American football player
Fun facts
- Quan is common as both a Chinese given name and surname, as well as a popular Vietnamese given name (Quân).
- Over 1,400 boys have been named Quan in the U.S. since 1880, maintaining a steady, low-volume presence.