Naquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Naquan is an American name that combines cultural influences from African heritage, meaning graceful and powerful. It has evolved in contemporary usage, particularly within African American communities, reflecting traits of uniqueness and strength without any biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Naquan"
Pronunciation
/nəˈkwɑːn/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Naquan is a modern name that likely emerged within African American communities. It is a combination of the prefix 'Na-' and the suffix '-quan,' which may have roots in various African languages and cultural influences.
Meaning
graceful and powerful
Language Evolution
Naquan
Historical Usage
The name Naquan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American families, as part of a trend towards unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Nayquan, Naquon, Naquaan
Modern Popularity & Image
Naquan is perceived as a modern, strong name associated with individuality and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Naquan Jones, an American athlete, Naquan Brown, a notable musician
📊 Naquan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 76 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Naquan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Naquan"
"Naquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1848th of 16616 | 621 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2884th of 24088 | 581 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7747th of 23106 | 118 |
Regional Popularity of "Naquan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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40.68% 1417th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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15.55% 696th/4475 |
46.52% 2416th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
26.01% 1343rd/5164 |
39.59% 2895th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Naquan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Naquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Naquan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Naquan" in the United States
The name Naquan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Naquan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Naquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1848th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2884th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7747th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Naquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.