Ashwin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationASH-win / /ˈæʃ.wɪn/Sanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: light; Indian: one who is skilled
Historical & Cultural Background
Ashwin is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. It is associated with the Hindu month of Ashwin, which is significant in various cultural and religious contexts. The name is often linked to the Ashwini Kumaras, the twin gods of medicine in Hindu mythology. Ashwin is also a popular name among various communities in India, reflecting both cultural heritage and modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Ashwin has seen a steady presence in naming trends within Indian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ashvin
- Aashwin
International Variants
- Ashvin (Indian)
- Aashwin (Indian)
Famous people named Ashwin
Ashwin Sanghi is an Indian author known for his works in the thriller genre.
Ashwin Kumar is an Indian filmmaker acclaimed for his contributions to regional cinema.
Ashwin Mohan is a notable Indian entrepreneur in the technology sector.
Fictional characters named Ashwin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ashwin was first seen in the United States in 1976. Ashwin has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Ashwin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ashwin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 65 |
| 1999 | 75 |
| 2000 | 72 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 80 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2006 | 81 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 79 |
| 2011 | 61 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 70 |
| 2014 | 65 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 71 |
| 2017 | 56 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 33 |