Aditya Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-DIT-yuh / əˈdɪt.jəSanskrit
Meaning
Sun; light
Historical & Cultural Background
Aditya is a name derived from Sanskrit, commonly used in India. It is associated with the sun and is often linked to the solar deities in Hindu mythology. The name reflects the importance of the sun in various cultures, symbolizing energy and vitality. Aditya is also a popular name among various Indian communities and is often given to boys born during auspicious times.
Trend Summary
Aditya has consistently been a popular name in India, though its usage in the US is less common.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adit
- Adithya
International Variants
- Aditya (Hindi)
- Adithya (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Aditya
Aditya Chopra is an Indian film producer and director known for his work in Bollywood.
Aditya Narayan is an Indian playback singer and television host.
Aditya Roy Kapur is an Indian actor recognized for his roles in Hindi films.
Aditya Menon is an Indian journalist and news anchor.
Fictional characters named Aditya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aditya was first seen in the United States in 1979. Aditya has ranked as high as #1070 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Aditya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aditya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 57 |
| 1996 | 68 |
| 1997 | 69 |
| 1998 | 98 |
| 1999 | 143 |
| 2000 | 119 |
| 2001 | 141 |
| 2002 | 191 |
| 2003 | 254 |
| 2004 | 246 |
| 2005 | 276 |
| 2006 | 247 |
| 2007 | 296 |
| 2008 | 331 |
| 2009 | 297 |
| 2010 | 262 |
| 2011 | 225 |
| 2012 | 207 |
| 2013 | 218 |
| 2014 | 190 |
| 2015 | 159 |
| 2016 | 157 |
| 2017 | 150 |
| 2018 | 142 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 93 |
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2023 | 79 |
| 2024 | 69 |