Razin
An Old Persian name meaning "secret" or "mystery".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Razin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Razin today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Razin births was 2013 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Razin. 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 Razin with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Razin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2013
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2015 SSA rank
#13,598
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Razin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Razin 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 Razin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Razin
The name Razin has its origins in the Persian language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "raz," which means "secret" or "mystery." The name likely originated as a descriptive term, perhaps referring to someone who possessed hidden knowledge or wisdom.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Razin can be found in the Shahnameh, the epic poem written by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. In this literary masterpiece, Razin is mentioned as a minor character, though the exact context and significance are not entirely clear.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Razin. One of the most famous was Stenka Razin (1630-1671), a Cossack rebel leader who led a major uprising against the Russian nobility and the Tsar in the 17th century. His rebellion, though ultimately unsuccessful, became a symbol of resistance against oppressive rule and inspired numerous folk songs and legends.
Another significant figure was Mirza Razi (1609-1672), a Persian philosopher, and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and astronomy. His works, including "Sharh al-Isharat" and "Al-Mabahith al-Mashriqiyya," were highly influential in the Islamic world and beyond.
In the realm of literature, Razin Mukhtar (1896-1947) was a prominent Uzbek writer and poet who played a crucial role in the development of modern Uzbek literature. His works, such as "Cholpon" and "Sho'rolar," explored themes of social justice, national identity, and the struggle for independence.
The name Razin also appears in religious contexts, though its significance varies across different traditions. In Sufism, a branch of Islamic mysticism, Razin is sometimes associated with the concept of "divine secrets" or the hidden meanings within spiritual teachings.
While these are some notable examples, the name Razin has been used across various cultures and time periods, carrying with it a sense of mystery, wisdom, and perhaps even rebellion against established norms. Its enduring presence throughout history reflects the rich tapestry of human experiences and narratives woven into the fabric of names and their meanings.
People
Razin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Razin 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
Razin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Razin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Razin 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 Razin a common name?
We classify Razin 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 Razin most popular?
The single biggest year for Razin was 2013, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Razin is about 12 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 Razin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Razin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Razin 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 Razin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Razin 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 Razin 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 Razin?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.