Rajiv Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-jeev / ˈrɑː.dʒiːvSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: One who is successful; Hindi: Prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
Rajiv is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. It is often associated with success and prosperity, reflecting positive attributes. The name has cultural significance in various Indian traditions and is sometimes linked to the lotus flower, symbolizing purity and beauty. Rajiv is a popular name in contemporary India and among the Indian diaspora.
Trend Summary
Rajiv has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rajiv was first seen in the United States in 1962. Rajiv has ranked as high as #1084 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Rajiv has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rajiv (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 60 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |