Ritvik Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRIT-vik / /ˈrɪt.vɪk/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
sacrificial priest (Sanskrit); one who is knowledgeable (Hindi)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Ritvik refers to a priest who performs rituals and sacrifices, reflecting its roots in ancient Indian religious practices. In Hindi, the name is associated with wisdom and knowledge, emphasizing the importance of education and intellect in Indian culture.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ritvik
- Ritvick
International Variants
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Famous people named Ritvik
Ritvik Sahore — actor.
Ritvik Bhowmik — singer.
Fictional characters named Ritvik
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ritvik was first seen in the United States in 1999. Ritvik has ranked as high as #1308 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ritvik has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ritvik (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |