Ajang
A name of Scottish origin meaning "beloved" or "dear one".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Ajang. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ajang today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ajang births was 2015 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ajang. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ajang. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2015
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#12,143
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Ajang: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ajang by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ajang during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ajang
The name Ajang has its origins in the Khasi language, which is spoken by the Khasi people of Meghalaya, a state located in northeastern India. This name can be traced back to the 16th century or earlier, as it is deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of the Khasi community.
Ajang is derived from the Khasi word "jang," which means "to blossom" or "to bloom." This name is often given to children with the hope that they will flourish and grow into strong, vibrant individuals, much like a blossoming flower. The Khasi people have a deep connection with nature, and this name reflects their reverence for the natural world.
In ancient Khasi literature and oral traditions, the name Ajang is often associated with characters who embody strength, resilience, and a deep connection to the land and their ancestors. These stories have been passed down through generations, preserving the cultural significance of this name.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Ajang can be found in historical records from the 17th century, where it appears in birth and marriage records of the Khasi community. Throughout history, several notable figures have borne this name, including:
1. Ajang Khar (1825-1898), a renowned Khasi scholar and linguist who played a crucial role in preserving and documenting the Khasi language and culture.
2. Ajang Syiem (1890-1967), a prominent Khasi leader and politician who fought for the rights of the Khasi people during the British colonial rule in India.
3. Ajang Kharpor (1912-1985), a celebrated Khasi artist and sculptor whose works captured the essence of Khasi culture and traditions.
4. Ajang Sohra (1932-2001), a revered Khasi writer and poet whose works explored themes of identity, spirituality, and the beauty of the Khasi hills.
5. Ajang Lyngdoh (1950-2018), a respected Khasi environmentalist and activist who dedicated her life to preserving the natural heritage of Meghalaya.
The name Ajang has endured through the centuries, carrying with it the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Khasi people. It serves as a reminder of the importance of embracing one's roots, cherishing nature, and striving for growth and resilience in all aspects of life.
People
Ajang + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ajang as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ajang: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ajang?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ajang going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Ajang a common name?
We classify Ajang as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ajang most popular?
The single biggest year for Ajang was 2015, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ajang is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ajang in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ajang a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ajang in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ajang still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ajang in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ajang can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Ajang?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Ajang at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.