Pranay Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPRAH-nay / /prəˈnaɪ/Sanskrit
Meaning
affection; love
Historical & Cultural Background
Pranay is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. It is often associated with love and affection, reflecting the cultural importance of these values in Indian society. The name is predominantly given to boys and is sometimes used in literary contexts. In Hindu philosophy, the concept of 'pranay' is linked to deep emotional connections.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pran
- Pranav
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pranay was first seen in the United States in 1985. Pranay has ranked as high as #1323 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Pranay has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pranay (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 12 |