Prayag Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPRAH-yahg / ˈprɑːjɑːgSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: place of sacrifice; Hindi: sacred place
Historical & Cultural Background
Prayag is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Prayaga', which refers to a confluence of rivers, particularly the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati in India. This location is considered highly sacred in Hinduism and is a site for pilgrimage and rituals. The name is often associated with spiritual significance and is used in various cultural contexts within India.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Prayag was first seen in the United States in 2006. Prayag has ranked as high as #1414 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Prayag has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |