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Yan
“Chinese, cliff, swallow, or beautiful” — Chinese
BoyChinese1 syllable
About Yan
Yan appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Yan has Chinese origin. The name is commonly interpreted as "beautiful, gorgeous."
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Popularity in the U.S.
Yan is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2025 boys.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Yan mean?
Yan is commonly linked to the meaning Chinese, cliff, swallow, or beautiful and is associated with Chinese roots.
Is Yan a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yan is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2025 boys.