Boys name · Iowa
Ian in Iowa
Ian was the 77th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 43 babies named Ian that year. Since 1968, Iowa families have named 2,462 babies Ian.
Popularity over time
Ian in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 7 | 283rd |
| 1977 | 21 | 134th |
| 1985 | 49 | 80th |
| 1993 | 58 | 81st |
| 2001 | 47 | 94th |
| 2009 | 59 | 73rd |
| 2017 | 51 | 78th |
| 2025 | 43 | 77th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 283rd in 1968 to 77th in 2025.
The most babies named Ian in Iowa in a single year was 100, in 2005. Its best showing was 49th among boys names in 2005.
Across the country, Ian reached its best rank of 26th in Vermont (1994). See Ian in every state →
How popular is Ian in Iowa?
Ian was the 77th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 43 babies named Ian that year. Since 1968, Iowa families have named 2,462 babies Ian.
How many babies are named Ian in Iowa?
In 2025, 43 babies were named Ian in Iowa. The most babies named Ian in Iowa in a single year was 100, in 2005.
What is the rank of Ian in Iowa?
Ian ranked 77th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 49th among boys names in 2005.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.