Govind Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGO-vind / ɡoʊˈvɪndSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Lord Krishna; Hindi: Protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Govind is a name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Govinda,' which is one of the names of Lord Krishna, a major deity in Hinduism. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It reflects a deep cultural and religious significance, often associated with pastoral life and divine protection.
Trend Summary
The name Govind has seen consistent use within Hindu communities, though it is less common in the general U.S. population.
Similar Names
Variants
- Govinda
International Variants
- Góvinda (Spanish)
- Govind (Hindi)
Famous people named Govind
Govind Ballabh Pant was an Indian freedom fighter and politician who served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.
Govind Mishra is an Indian author known for his contributions to Hindi literature.
Fictional characters named Govind
Govind is a character in the novel 'Five Point Someone' by Chetan Bhagat, representing the struggles of college life.
Govind is a character in the film '3 Idiots,' where he embodies the challenges faced by students in the Indian education system.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Govind was first seen in the United States in 1999. Govind has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Govind has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Govind
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |