Ketan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-tan / /ˈkeɪ.tən/Sanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'pure'; Indian: 'one who is intelligent'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ketan is a name of Sanskrit origin commonly used in India. It is often associated with qualities such as purity and intelligence. The name is popular among various communities in India and is sometimes used in Hindu religious contexts. It reflects cultural values emphasizing wisdom and clarity.
Trend Summary
Ketan has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly within Indian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ketan
- Ketanji
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ketan was first seen in the United States in 1970. Ketan has ranked as high as #1095 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ketan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ketan (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |