Vishal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVee-shahl / viːˈʃɑːlSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Powerful; Hindi: Strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Vishal is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word 'vishala', meaning 'broad' or 'great'. It is commonly used in various Indian languages, particularly Hindi. The name is often associated with strength and grandeur, reflecting cultural values of power and resilience. Vishal is a popular name among Hindu families and is often given to boys born in auspicious times.
Trend Summary
The name Vishal has seen consistent usage in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vishal
- Vishaal
International Variants
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Famous people named Vishal
Vishal Bhardwaj is an Indian film director, music composer, and producer known for his work in Hindi cinema.
Vishal Dadlani is an Indian playback singer and music composer, recognized for his contributions to Bollywood music.
Vishal Sikka is an Indian-American technology executive, known for his role as the former CEO of Infosys.
Vishal Singh is an Indian television actor known for his roles in various popular TV series.
Fictional characters named Vishal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vishal was first seen in the United States in 1970. Vishal has ranked as high as #1249 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Vishal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vishal (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 42 |
| 1986 | 58 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 57 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 54 |
| 1992 | 35 |
| 1993 | 56 |
| 1994 | 59 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 51 |
| 1998 | 61 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |