Rakan
Rakan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Firm, noble, dignified, or reliable.
Origin and history
Rakan is a male given name of Arabic origin meaning firm, noble, or confident. It stems from the Arabic root meaning to lean upon or rely on, implying strength and stability. In the United States, it has seen increasing usage in recent decades, particularly since the 2010s.
Popularity in the United States
938 babies in the United States have been named Rakan since 1880. It ranks #3741 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1599.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.2 %)
- CA (26 %)
- MI (24 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- NC (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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 94 |
| 2000-2010 | 138 |
| 2010-2019 | 367 |
| 2020-2029 | 328 |
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Arabic verb 'rakana', which means to rely upon, trust, or lean on for support.
- Over one-third of all U.S. births for the name Rakan since 1880 have occurred in the 2020-2025 period alone.