Ganesh Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationguh-NESH / /ɡəˈnɛʃ/Sanskrit
Meaning
Lord of the multitudes
Historical & Cultural Background
Ganesh is a widely revered deity in Hinduism, known as the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings. He is typically depicted with an elephant head and a human body, symbolizing wisdom and understanding. Ganesh is celebrated during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, which honors his birth and involves elaborate rituals and festivities. His worship transcends regional and cultural boundaries within India and among the Indian diaspora.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ganesha
- Ganapati
International Variants
- Ganesha (Sanskrit)
- Ganesh (Hindi)
- Ganesha (Bengali)
Famous people named Ganesh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ganesh was first seen in the United States in 1977. Ganesh has ranked as high as #1233 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Ganesh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ganesh (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |