Ishan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-shahn / iːˈʃɑːnSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Lord Shiva; Hindi: light, brightness
Historical & Cultural Background
Ishan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ishana,' which refers to Lord Shiva, a major deity in Hinduism. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It reflects cultural reverence for divinity and spirituality. Additionally, the name signifies brightness and enlightenment, adding a positive connotation.
Trend Summary
The name Ishan has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ishaan
- Ishaanh
International Variants
- Ishaan (Hindi)
- Ishaan (Sanskrit)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ishan was first seen in the United States in 1982. Ishan has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Ishan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ishan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 88 |
| 2002 | 82 |
| 2003 | 78 |
| 2004 | 103 |
| 2005 | 103 |
| 2006 | 94 |
| 2007 | 90 |
| 2008 | 121 |
| 2009 | 148 |
| 2010 | 128 |
| 2011 | 126 |
| 2012 | 93 |
| 2013 | 92 |
| 2014 | 107 |
| 2015 | 114 |
| 2016 | 114 |
| 2017 | 89 |
| 2018 | 102 |
| 2019 | 83 |
| 2020 | 78 |
| 2021 | 90 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 70 |