Bharat Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAH-rut / /ˈbʌrət/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'India'; Hindi: 'the one who is from Bharat'
Historical & Cultural Background
Bharat is a name derived from ancient Indian texts, referring to the legendary king Bharata, who is considered a significant figure in Hindu mythology. The name is also used to denote India in various Indian languages. Bharat is often associated with national pride and cultural identity in India.
Trend Summary
The name Bharat has remained a culturally significant choice in India, though its popularity in the U.S. is limited.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bharath
- Bharat
International Variants
- Bharat (Hindi)
- Bharat (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Bharat
Bharat Ratna: This is India's highest civilian award, named after the name Bharat, recognizing exceptional service towards the advancement of art, literature, and science.
Bharat Bhushan: An Indian actor known for his work in Hindi cinema during the mid-20th century.
Fictional characters named Bharat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bharat was first seen in the United States in 1980. Bharat has ranked as high as #1244 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bharat has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bharat
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |