Bilguun
A Mongolian masculine name meaning "humble, modest, wary".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Bilguun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Bilguun today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Bilguun births was 2019 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Bilguun. 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 Bilguun. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2019
6 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2019 SSA rank
#10,964
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Bilguun: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Bilguun from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Bilguun 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 Bilguun during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Bilguun
The name Bilguun has its origins in the Mongolian language and culture. It is believed to have derived from the word "bilgee," which means "wise" or "knowledgeable." This name was particularly popular among the nomadic tribes of the Mongolian steppes during the medieval period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bilguun can be found in the Secret History of the Mongols, a 13th-century literary work that chronicles the life and reign of Genghis Khan. In this text, Bilguun is mentioned as the name of one of the noble warriors who served under the great Mongol leader.
Throughout history, the name Bilguun has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields. One notable figure was Bilguun Tsogt-Ochir (1867-1922), a Mongolian politician and revolutionary who played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence from the Qing dynasty in the early 20th century.
Another prominent individual was Bilguun Khorloogiin (1891-1938), a Mongolian writer and scholar who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Mongolian literature and culture. His works, such as the epic poem "The Sorcerer's Apprentice," are considered literary masterpieces in Mongolia.
In the realm of sports, Bilguun Bat-Erdene (born 1985) is a Mongolian wrestler who has won multiple medals, including gold, in international competitions. He is celebrated as one of the most successful athletes in his country's history.
Bilguun Amartuvshin (born 1989) is a Mongolian film director and screenwriter who has received critical acclaim for his works, including the award-winning film "Khuren Tsogts." His films often explore themes of identity, tradition, and the complexities of modern Mongolian society.
Another notable figure was Bilguun Jalan (1819-1891), a renowned Buddhist monk and scholar who made significant contributions to the preservation and study of Mongolian Buddhist texts and practices. He is revered for his extensive knowledge and his efforts in promoting spiritual and intellectual growth within the Mongolian Buddhist community.
People
Bilguun + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Bilguun as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Bilguun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Bilguun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Bilguun 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Bilguun a common name?
We classify Bilguun as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Bilguun most popular?
The single biggest year for Bilguun was 2019, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Bilguun is about 13 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 Bilguun in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Bilguun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Bilguun 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 Bilguun still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Bilguun 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 Bilguun 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 Americans are named Bilguun?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.