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UK boy's name

Boran

Turkish name meaning "chief of the horde" or "nomad leader".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Boran is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Boran popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 18 births.

This profile covers 97 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2002 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 22% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 96 living people in the UK are called Boran. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Boran ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2007, when 18 boys were registered as Boran.
  • About 96 living people in the UK are estimated to have Boran as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4270

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2007

18 births

Estimated living

96

2026

Meaning

What does Boran mean?

The name Boran has its roots in the Turkish language and culture, originating from the word "bor" which means "storm" or "blizzard." It is believed to have emerged during the Ottoman Empire period, which lasted from the 13th to the early 20th century.

The name Boran is commonly associated with strength, resilience, and the ability to withstand adversity, much like a fierce storm or blizzard. Its connection to the natural elements of wind and snow also gives it a sense of power and intensity.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Boran can be found in the 16th century Ottoman travel diary of Evliya Çelebi, where he mentioned a person with this name during his travels through Anatolia.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Boran. One such person was Boran Pamuk (1920-2008), a Turkish architect and urban planner who played a significant role in shaping the modern landscape of Istanbul.

Another prominent figure was Boran Uzun (1947-2011), a Turkish writer and journalist known for his contributions to literature and his advocacy for human rights.

In the realm of sports, Boran Kivrak (born 1988) is a Turkish professional basketball player who has represented his country in international competitions.

Boran Kuzum (born 1972) is a Turkish actor and director who has appeared in numerous television series and films, earning recognition for his versatile performances.

Lastly, Boran Akin (born 1984) is a Turkish singer and songwriter who has gained popularity for his unique fusion of traditional Turkish music with contemporary styles.

These individuals, spanning various professions and eras, have carried the name Boran and contributed to its enduring legacy throughout the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Boran over time

The chart below shows babies named Boran registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Boran, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 18 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Boran
0591418200220132024

Decades

Boran by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Boran was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4556 10 3
2010s #3338 31 6
2000s #2313 56 7

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FAQ

Boran: questions and answers

How popular is the name Boran in the UK right now?

In 2024, Boran was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Boran most popular?

The peak year on record was 2007, with 18 babies registered as Boran in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Boran?

Turkish name meaning "chief of the horde" or "nomad leader".

How many people are called Boran in the UK?

A total of 97 babies have been registered as Boran across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.