Vinay Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvih-NIGH / vɪˈnaɪSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: humble; Indian: one who is knowledgeable
Historical & Cultural Background
Vinay is a name of Sanskrit origin commonly used in India. It is often associated with qualities of humility and knowledge. The name is prevalent in various Indian cultures and is sometimes linked to religious or philosophical contexts. It reflects values that are esteemed in many Indian traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Vinay has seen moderate popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vinayak
International Variants
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Famous people named Vinay
Vinay Kumar is an Indian cricketer known for his skills as a fast bowler.
Vinay Pathak is an Indian actor and comedian recognized for his work in Hindi cinema.
Vinay B. K. is an Indian author known for his contributions to contemporary literature.
Vinay Shukla is an Indian filmmaker acclaimed for his work in documentary films.
Fictional characters named Vinay
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vinay was first seen in the United States in 1971. Vinay has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Vinay has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vinay (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |