Indra Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationIN-dra / ˈɪn.drəSanskrit; Hindu
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'possessing drops'; Hindu: 'the king of gods'
Historical & Cultural Background
Indra is a significant figure in Hindu mythology, known as the king of the gods and the god of rain and thunderstorms. He is often depicted as a warrior who wields a thunderbolt. The name has been used in various cultures influenced by Hinduism, particularly in India. Indra is also associated with strength and power in ancient texts.
Trend Summary
The name Indra has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Indre
- Indira
International Variants
- Indra (Sanskrit)
- Indra (Hindi)
- Indra (Indonesian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Indra was first seen in the United States in 1951. Indra has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Indra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Indra (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 9 |