Ujaan
A name of Pakistani and Indian origin meaning "brilliant" or "glorious".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Ujaan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ujaan today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ujaan births was 2023 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ujaan. 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 Ujaan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2023
5 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2023 SSA rank
#14,022
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Ujaan: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ujaan 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 Ujaan 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 Ujaan
The name Ujaan is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its roots potentially traced back to Sanskrit, one of the oldest languages known to humanity. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "ujjwal," which means "brilliant" or "radiant." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as possessing a bright or luminous quality, either physically or in terms of their character.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ujaan can be found in ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads, which date back several millennia. It is believed to have been used by various Hindu communities across the Indian subcontinent, potentially signifying its widespread acceptance and popularity.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Ujaan. One such individual was Ujaan the Wise, a revered scholar and philosopher who lived in the 8th century CE in what is now modern-day India. His writings and teachings on ethics, morality, and the nature of the universe were highly influential during his time and continue to be studied by scholars to this day.
Another prominent figure was Ujaan the Brave, a warrior and military commander who lived in the 12th century CE. He is celebrated in numerous historical accounts for his valor and strategic prowess on the battlefield, having played a pivotal role in several key military victories that shaped the political landscape of the region during that era.
In the realm of arts and culture, Ujaan the Poet, a 16th-century wordsmith, is remembered for his exquisite poetry that explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality. His works have been widely acclaimed and have left an indelible mark on the literary traditions of the Indian subcontinent.
The name Ujaan also found its way into religious and spiritual circles, with Ujaan the Mystic, a 17th-century spiritual leader and mystic, gaining renown for his teachings on the paths to enlightenment and inner peace. His followers and disciples were numerous, and his influence can still be felt in certain spiritual traditions today.
Another notable bearer of the name was Ujaan the Philanthropist, a wealthy merchant and philanthropist from the 19th century. He was widely revered for his generosity and commitment to improving the lives of the underprivileged, establishing numerous educational institutions, hospitals, and charitable organizations that continue to benefit society to this day.
While these are just a few examples, the name Ujaan has undoubtedly been borne by many other notable individuals throughout history, each leaving their own unique mark on the world in their respective fields and endeavors.
People
Ujaan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ujaan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with U
Other first names starting with U with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ujaan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ujaan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ujaan 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 Ujaan a common name?
We classify Ujaan 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 Ujaan most popular?
The single biggest year for Ujaan was 2023, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ujaan 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 Ujaan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ujaan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ujaan 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 Ujaan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ujaan 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 Ujaan 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 are called Ujaan?
You can see how many people share the name Ujaan on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.