Santhosh Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsahn-TOHSH / sənˈtoʊʃSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: happiness; joy
Historical & Cultural Background
Santhosh is a name commonly used in India, particularly among speakers of Tamil and Telugu. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'santosha', which signifies contentment and joy. The name reflects positive emotions and is often given to boys with the hope that they will bring happiness to their families. In Indian culture, names are often chosen based on their meanings and auspiciousness.
Similar Names
Variants
- Santhos
- Santhoshkumar
International Variants
- Santos (Spanish)
- Santo (Italian)
Famous people named Santhosh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Santhosh was first seen in the United States in 1999. Santhosh has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Santhosh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Santhosh
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |