Adnan
Meaning: Settler, paradise
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #865
Total: 147
History: The name Adnan has woven itself into the fabric of Finnish life. Chosen by 297 Finnish families, it stands out as a unique and personal selection. Interestingly, it appears as both a boys' and girls' name in Finland. Its sound evokes cozy Finnish kitchens fragrant with cinnamon pulla. The name as resolute as the Finnish soldiers who defended their homeland in 1939.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2020) | #585 |
| Babies named Adnan in 2020 | 40 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 701 |
| Peak year | 1980 (167 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #312 |
| Years in records | 1940–2020 (9 years of data) |
| Gender breakdown | 84% boys / 16% girls |
Frequently asked about Adnan
What does the name Adnan mean?
Adnan means “Settler, paradise” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Adnan?
Adnan has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Settler, paradise”.
How popular is Adnan in Finland?
Adnan ranked #585 in Finland in 2020 — given to 40 babies that year.
When was Adnan most popular?
Adnan peaked in 1980 with 167 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Adnan a boy or girl name?
Adnan is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 84% of Adnans are boys and 16% are girls.
How long has Adnan been recorded in Finland?
Adnan appears in birth records in Finland across 9 years — from 1940 through 2020.