Boys name · North Carolina
Ian in North Carolina
Ian was the 79th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 149 babies named Ian that year. Since 1965, North Carolina families have named 6,297 babies Ian.
Popularity over time
Ian in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 8 | 432nd |
| 1974 | 17 | 279th |
| 1982 | 47 | 131st |
| 1991 | 116 | 74th |
| 1999 | 149 | 69th |
| 2008 | 156 | 87th |
| 2016 | 139 | 93rd |
| 2025 | 149 | 79th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina climbed from 432nd in 1965 to 79th in 2025.
The most babies named Ian in North Carolina in a single year was 216, in 2005. Its best showing was 55th 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 North Carolina?
Ian was the 79th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 149 babies named Ian that year. Since 1965, North Carolina families have named 6,297 babies Ian.
How many babies are named Ian in North Carolina?
In 2025, 149 babies were named Ian in North Carolina. The most babies named Ian in North Carolina in a single year was 216, in 2005.
What is the rank of Ian in North Carolina?
Ian ranked 79th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 55th 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.