Raslan
An Arabic masculine name meaning "messenger" or "envoy".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Raslan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Raslan today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Raslan births was 2023 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Raslan. 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 Raslan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2023
6 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,734
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Raslan: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Raslan 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 Raslan 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 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Raslan
The name Raslan is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with its roots tracing back to the Middle East and North Africa regions during medieval times. It is derived from the Arabic word "rasil," which means "messenger" or "envoy," suggesting a connection to communication and conveying messages.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Raslan can be found in historical texts from the 9th century, where it was mentioned as the name of a prominent scholar and poet from Baghdad, Iraq. This individual, known as Raslan al-Basri, was celebrated for his contributions to Arabic literature and his expertise in various fields of knowledge.
In the 12th century, the name Raslan gained further prominence when it was associated with a notable military leader and statesman from the Ayyubid Dynasty, which ruled over parts of the Middle East and North Africa. Raslan al-Ayyubi was a skilled commander who played a crucial role in defending the region against the Crusaders during the Crusades.
Moving forward to the 14th century, Raslan al-Dimashqi was a renowned Syrian scholar and historian who authored several influential works on the history and geography of the region. His writings provide valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the time.
In more recent history, one of the most famous individuals bearing the name Raslan was Raslan Ghayur, a Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan from 1993 to 1996. He was widely respected for his efforts in promoting regional stability and strengthening international relations.
Another notable figure was Raslan Jadid, a Syrian poet and writer born in 1926. He was known for his poetic works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning him widespread recognition and numerous literary awards throughout his career.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Raslan throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual heritage associated with this name.
People
Raslan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Raslan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Raslan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Raslan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Raslan 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 Raslan a common name?
We classify Raslan 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 Raslan most popular?
The single biggest year for Raslan was 2023, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Raslan is about 3 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 Raslan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Raslan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Raslan 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 Raslan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Raslan 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 Raslan 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 have Raslan as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Raslan on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.