Indra Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationIN-dra / ˈɪn.drəSanskrit; Greek
Meaning
possessor of rain; manly
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Indra is the king of the gods and god of thunder, rain, and storms in Hindu mythology. The name is also found in Greek contexts, where it may be associated with the concept of masculinity and strength.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Indre
- Indraja
International Variants
- Indra (Indonesian)
- Indre (Lithuanian)
Famous people named Indra
Indra Nooyi — former CEO of PepsiCo.
Indra Kumar — Indian film director.
Fictional characters named Indra
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Indra was first seen in the United States in 1995. Indra has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Indra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Indra (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 16 |