Madhav Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-dahv / /ˈmɑː.dʌv/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Madhav (Sanskrit) - sweet like honey; Madhav (Hindi) - another name for Lord Krishna
Historical & Cultural Background
Madhav is derived from Sanskrit, where it is associated with sweetness and is often linked to the spring season. In Hindu culture, it is a name for Lord Krishna, symbolizing love and devotion. The name is prevalent in various Indian communities and reflects deep cultural and religious significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Madhava
- Madhavendra
International Variants
- Madhav (Indian)
Famous people named Madhav
Madhav Rao I — Maratha ruler.
Madhav Kumar Nepal — Nepalese politician.
Fictional characters named Madhav
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madhav was first seen in the United States in 1992. Madhav has ranked as high as #1341 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Madhav has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madhav (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 34 |