Prashant Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationprah-SHAHNT / pɹəˈʃɑːntSanskrit
Meaning
calm; peaceful
Historical & Cultural Background
Prashant is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is commonly used in Hindu culture and reflects qualities of tranquility and composure. The name is often associated with spiritual and philosophical contexts in Indian traditions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Prashant was first seen in the United States in 1970. Prashant has ranked as high as #1130 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Prashant has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Prashant (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |