Behrang
An Iranian Persian masculine name meaning "sun's glory" or "glorious sun".
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Behrang. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Behrang today is around 50 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Behrang births was 1979 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Behrang. 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 Behrang. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1979
9 babies that year
Average age
50
years old
1979 SSA rank
#4,102
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Behrang: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Behrang 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 Behrang during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 9 | 0 | 9 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Behrang
The name Behrang originates from the Persian language and culture. It is derived from the Middle Persian words "beh" meaning good or well, and "rang" meaning color or complexion. The name can be traced back to ancient Persia, now modern-day Iran, and the surrounding regions where Persian culture and language held sway.
One of the earliest known references to the name Behrang comes from the Shahnameh, the epic poem written by the celebrated Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. In this literary masterpiece, Behrang is mentioned as the name of a character, a noble prince from the Sasanian dynasty that ruled Persia from the 3rd to the 7th century AD.
Throughout history, the name Behrang has been borne by several notable individuals. One such person was Behrang Khan, a military commander and governor who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries during the Safavid dynasty in Persia. He was known for his bravery and skill in battle, and played a significant role in defending the empire's borders against invading forces.
Another prominent figure with the name Behrang was Behrang Golpayegani, a renowned Persian calligrapher who lived in the 18th century. His intricate and beautiful calligraphic works were highly prized and are still admired today as examples of the highest levels of artistic achievement in the Persian tradition.
In more recent times, Behrang Rassekh, an Iranian painter and sculptor born in 1938, has gained international recognition for his unique and thought-provoking works of art. His pieces often explore themes of human existence, spirituality, and the interplay between tradition and modernity.
Behrang Sani, an Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter born in 1957, is also notable for his contributions to the Iranian cinema. His films have won numerous awards and critical acclaim for their poignant narratives and explorations of social and cultural issues.
Throughout the ages, the name Behrang has held a place of honor and distinction, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Persian world. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the lasting influence of this ancient civilization and its profound impact on the world.
People
Behrang + last name combinations
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FAQ
Behrang: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Behrang?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Behrang 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 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Behrang a common name?
We classify Behrang as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 9 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Behrang most popular?
The single biggest year for Behrang was 1979, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Behrang is about 50 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 Behrang in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Behrang a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Behrang 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 Behrang still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Behrang 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 Behrang 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 many people are named Behrang?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Behrang at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.