Yazan
Meaningof ancient Yemeni origin · Arabic
Yazan is an Arabic boy name meaning “of ancient Yemeni origin”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Yazan and you get Zayan. Same letters, different name.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Yazan would score 17 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
- GenerationYazan is having its moment right now. Most Yazans are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Yazan would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 8,993 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryYazan first shows up in US birth records in 1983, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 42 years since.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Yazans? Head to Michigan, where it's the #445 boy name, its best showing of any state.
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About the name Yazan
Yazan is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “of ancient Yemeni origin”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
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Questions about the name Yazan
What does the name Yazan mean?
Yazan means “of ancient Yemeni origin” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Kian (“ancient”), Cian (“ancient”), Kean (“ancient”) and Nairi (“ancient name of Armenia”).
What is the origin of the name Yazan?
Yazan is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Yazan a boy or girl name?
Yazan is a boy name. In 2025, 190 US boys were named Yazan.
How popular is the name Yazan?
Yazan ranked #1,123 for US boys in 2025, given to 190 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 788 places.
What names are similar to Yazan?
If you like Yazan, you might also like Kian, Cian, Kean and Nairi.
What should I know before naming my baby Yazan?
Yazan is an Arabic boy name meaning “of ancient Yemeni origin”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.