Aaryan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aaryan originates from the Sanskrit word 'Arya', meaning noble or honorable. It has evolved from its roots in ancient languages to modern forms, embodying traits of respect and virtue. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it has become popular in contemporary culture, reflecting positive qualities.
The name Aaryan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aaryan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aaryan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2399th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1558th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aaryan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aaryan"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːr.jən/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Aaryan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Arya', which means 'noble' or 'honorable'. It reflects a sense of respect and virtue.
Meaning
noble, honorable
Language Evolution
Arya (Sanskrit), Aaryan (modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Aaryan has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in South Asian cultures, as a representation of noble qualities.
Variants & Derivatives
Aryan, Aaryan, Aaryen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aaryan is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with positive traits such as nobility and honor.
Famous People
Aaryan Kaganovich (actor), Aaryan Vichare (cricketer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aaryan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aaryan"
"Aaryan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2399th of 24088 | 759 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1558th of 23106 | 1,315 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaryan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.70% 2140th/4582 |
29.55% 1526th/5164 |
31.46% 2301st/7313 |
23.62% 1763rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.29% 1645th/3984 |
24.80% 1113th/4487 |
24.14% 1647th/6822 |
20.38% 1279th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaryan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aaryan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aaryan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.