Kaysaan
An Arabic masculine name meaning gift or reward.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Kaysaan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kaysaan today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaysaan births was 2007 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaysaan. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Kaysaan with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kaysaan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2007
5 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,236
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Kaysaan: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaysaan from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 5 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
Kaysaan 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 Kaysaan 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 Kaysaan
The name Kaysaan has its origins rooted in the Persian language, originating from the region of modern-day Iran during the late antiquity period around the 5th to 7th centuries CE. It is believed to be derived from the Persian word "kaysan," which means "noble" or "high-born." The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to ancient Persian texts and manuscripts from this era.
One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Kaysaan was a prominent Persian scholar and philosopher who lived during the 6th century CE. He was renowned for his contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and metaphysics, and his works were widely studied and referenced throughout the Islamic Golden Age.
In the 9th century CE, another notable individual named Kaysaan rose to prominence as a skilled calligrapher and poet in the court of the Abbasid Caliphate. His intricate calligraphic works adorned numerous palaces and manuscripts of the time, and his poetic writings were celebrated for their eloquence and depth.
During the 11th century, a Persian military commander named Kaysaan gained recognition for his strategic prowess and leadership in various campaigns against invading forces. His bravery and tactical acumen earned him a place in the annals of Persian military history.
In the realm of literature, a Persian author and scholar named Kaysaan made significant contributions to the study and preservation of ancient Persian texts in the 13th century. His meticulous work in transcribing and annotating these manuscripts played a crucial role in preserving the rich literary heritage of the region.
Another prominent figure bearing the name Kaysaan was a renowned Persian architect who lived in the 16th century during the Safavid Dynasty. He is credited with designing and overseeing the construction of several iconic mosques and palaces, which showcased his expertise in traditional Persian architectural styles and techniques.
These are just a few examples of historical figures who carried the name Kaysaan, reflecting its deep-rooted presence and significance within the Persian cultural and intellectual traditions throughout various periods in history.
People
Kaysaan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaysaan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaysaan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaysaan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaysaan 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Kaysaan a common name?
We classify Kaysaan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaysaan most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaysaan was 2007, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaysaan is about 10 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 Kaysaan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaysaan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaysaan 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 Kaysaan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaysaan 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 Kaysaan 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 Kaysaan?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.