Izzan
An Arabic name meaning "power" or "glory".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Izzan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Izzan today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Izzan births was 2021 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Izzan. 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 Izzan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2021
5 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2021 SSA rank
#12,883
Tracked since 2021
Popularity
Izzan: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Izzan 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 Izzan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Izzan
The name Izzan is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic root word "izz," which means "honor," "glory," or "power." This name was likely given to children with the hope that they would grow up to embody these virtuous qualities.
In the historical records, the earliest known reference to the name Izzan can be found in the writings of medieval Arab scholars and poets. However, its usage was not widespread until the later centuries, when it gained popularity among the Muslim communities of the Middle East and North Africa.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Izzan was Izzan ibn Abi al-Hakam, a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century CE. He was renowned for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of the Maliki school of thought.
Another notable figure bearing the name Izzan was Izzan al-Qurashi, an influential poet and writer from the 10th century CE. His works, which celebrated the beauty of Arabic language and Islamic culture, were widely admired and studied in literary circles of his time.
In the 12th century, Izzan al-Baghdadi, a prolific author and historian, wrote extensively on the history and geography of the Islamic world. His works, particularly his book "Futuh al-Buldan" (Conquests of the Lands), provide valuable insights into the early Islamic conquests and the spread of the religion.
During the 14th century, Izzan al-Dimashqi, a renowned Shafi'i scholar and jurist, made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence. His writings and teachings on Islamic law were widely studied and respected by scholars of his time.
In more recent history, one of the most famous individuals with the name Izzan was Izzan al-Duri, an Iraqi historian and scholar who lived from 1919 to 2010. He was widely regarded as one of the preeminent authorities on the history of Iraq and the broader Islamic world.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Izzan. While its origins can be traced back to the Arabic language and Islamic culture, the name has transcended borders and found acceptance in various communities across the globe.
People
Izzan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Izzan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Izzan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Izzan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Izzan 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 Izzan a common name?
We classify Izzan 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 Izzan most popular?
The single biggest year for Izzan was 2021, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Izzan is about 5 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 Izzan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Izzan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Izzan 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 Izzan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Izzan 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 Izzan 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 Izzan?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.