Bhargav Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAR-gav / /ˈbɑːrɡəv/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
one who is bright; a name of Lord Shiva
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Bhargav' is associated with brightness and is often linked to the divine. In Hindu culture, it is a name of Lord Shiva, representing strength and auspiciousness. The name is prevalent in various Indian communities, reflecting cultural reverence.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bhargava
- Bhargavendra
International Variants
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Famous people named Bhargav
Bhargav Ramakrishnan — Indian cricketer.
Bhargav Bhat — Indian actor.
Fictional characters named Bhargav
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bhargav was first seen in the United States in 1992. Bhargav has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Bhargav has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bhargav (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 |