Find out how popular the first name Koran has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Koran by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Koran is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 98% of people named Koran being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Koran.

The history of the first name Koran

The name Koran has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the word "Qur'an," which means "recitation" or "reading." It refers to the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

The Qur'an itself is not a personal name but rather a sacred scripture. However, some Muslims may choose to name their children Koran as a way of honoring and revering the holy book. This practice is not widespread, and the name is relatively uncommon in most parts of the world.

There are no known historical figures of great significance who bore the name Koran. However, there are a few notable individuals who carried this name, such as:

1. Koran Godwin (born in 1974), an American football player who played as a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL).

2. Koran Cousins (born in 1989), an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League.

3. Koran Streets (born in 1986), an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas.

4. Koran Wright (born in 1985), an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas.

5. Koran Bayliss (born in 1997), an Australian professional basketball player who currently plays for the Sydney Kings in the National Basketball League (NBL).

It is worth noting that while the name Koran is derived from the Islamic holy book, it does not necessarily indicate that the person bearing the name is Muslim or has any connection to the religion of Islam. In some cases, individuals may be given the name for its unique sound or meaning, without any religious connotations.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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