boy's name
Orran
OR-an (English)
- Origin Hebrew
- Gender Boy
- Syllables 2
- Letters 5
- Popularity Top 1000 (E&W)
- Births on record 69
Scotland
#923
2024 births
Orran is a boy's name with 2 syllables. In 2009 it was given to 5 babies in the United States. It ranks among the top 1,000 names in England and Wales.
- Orran is a name of Hebrew origin.
- Peaked in England and Wales in 2008, when 5 babies were given the name.
- Its usage has held steady over the past decade in England and Wales.
- First appears in birth records in 2001.
- 2 syllables, with the stress on syllable 1.
Orran Over Time
Births per decade in England and Wales, 2000s to 2010s.
Show the numbers
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 9 |
How Popular Is Orran?
In 2019, Orran was given to 3 babies in England and Wales. It ranks among the top 1,000 names in England and Wales.
Where Orran Is Used
Figures for England and Wales leave out any name given to fewer than three babies in a year, so a gap means the name fell below that floor rather than went unused. Data & sources.
Names That Peaked Alongside Orran
These names rose and fell in the same era, which is why they tend to sound like they belong together.
Parents Who Like Orran Also Like
Names whose popularity has risen and fallen in step with Orran over the last century — the same taste, a different name.
How to Say Orran
- English OR-an
Sibling Names for Orran
Names from the same era that do not rhyme or share an initial with Orran — the two things that make a sibling set grate.
Common Questions About Orran
How popular is the name Orran?
In 2019, Orran was given to 3 babies in England and Wales. It ranks among the top 1,000 names in England and Wales.
Is Orran a girl's or a boy's name?
Orran is given almost entirely to boys in birth records.
How many syllables are in Orran?
Orran has 2 syllables.
When was Orran most popular?
Orran peaked in 2008, when 5 babies were given the name. Its usage has held steady over the past decade.
Is Orran a good name?
That is not something records can settle, but they can tell you what you would be choosing. Orran currently ranks #923 in England and Wales. Its usage has held steady over the past decade. Everything else — how it sounds with your surname, who it reminds you of — is yours.