Rakesh Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-kesh / ˈrɑː.kɛʃSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Lord of the Earth; Hindi: One who is bright
Historical & Cultural Background
Rakesh is a common name in India, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Raka', meaning moon. It is often associated with qualities of brightness and leadership. The name is popular among various communities in India and is frequently used in Hindu culture. It has been borne by notable figures in Indian history and contemporary society.
Trend Summary
Rakesh has seen consistent use in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rakeshwar
- Rakeshji
International Variants
- Rakesh (Hindi/India)
Famous people named Rakesh
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Fictional characters named Rakesh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rakesh was first seen in the United States in 1966. Rakesh has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Rakesh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rakesh (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |